BSc Biochemistry
Entry requirements
A level: BBC. Two Mathematics/Science subjects required. IB: 32 points including 5, 5, 5 at HL with two Mathematics/Science subjects required. SL or HL in English and Mathematics are also required. SQA Highers: BBBB. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM. Main subjects to be Science or Mathematics. (Note: BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate (Subsidiary Diploma) achieved at Distinction level, is normally acceptable in lieu of one A Level at grade B). GCSE at Grade C/4 or above is also required in English or English Language, Mathematics and either Chemistry, Physics or Dual Award Science. Irish Leaving Certificate: Five subjects at Higher at H3. Two Mathematics/Science subjects required. O4 in English and Mathematics is also required.
About this course
BSc in Biochemistry, exploring the molecules and interactions that constitute living things. Core topics include Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Students can choose to complement their degree by undertaking an optional industrial, commercial, or research placement year.
Modules
- Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
- Introduction to Medical Sciences
- Chemistry for the Life Sciences 1
- The Cell
- Chemistry for the Life Sciences 2
- Physiology of Human Cells (BI20B2)
- Molecular Biology of the Gene (BI20M3)
- Foundation Skills for Medical Sciences
- Physiology of Human Organ Systems (BI25B2)
- Microbes, Infection & Immunity (BI25M5)
- Energy for Life (BI25M7)
- Research Skills for Medical Sciences
- The Molecular Biology of The Cell
- The Molecular Control of Cell Function
- Frontiers of Molecular Medical Sciences
- Genetics
- Molecular Microbiology
- Working Out? Placement & Career Skills
- Biochemistry: Receptors and Signalling
- Biochemistry: Health and Disease
- Honours Advanced Molecular Biology
- Medical Sciences Honours Research Project
- Medical Science Data Analysis Paper
- Medical Science General Essay Paper