BSc Medical Biochemistry
Entry requirements
BBC-BCC at A Level including a grade C in Chemistry, plus grade C in one of the following relevant Science subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Psychology. The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course. DMM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science. 112-104 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including a grade C in Chemistry at A Level, plus grade C in one of the following relevant Science subjects at A level: Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Psychology. Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above to include modules in relevant science subjects. Merit at T Level in Science. 112-104 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications which should include relevant science subjects.
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry, combining molecular biology, biochemistry and immunology. Core topics include data analysis, statistics, laboratory techniques, research methods and project management. The degree is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. An optional supervised work placement year is available, and the final year includes an independent research project.
Modules
- Supervised Work Experience
- Research Project
- Immunology and Infection
- Mechanisms and Pathology of Cancer and other Chronic Diseases
- Practical Skills in Clinical Pathology and Biochemistry
- Current Topics in Molecular Life Sciences
- Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Biochemistry 1
- Physiology 1: Structure and Function
- Introduction to Analytical Science and Spectroscopy
- Research Skills
- The Reactivity and Properties of Carbon Compounds
- Research Skills 2
- Molecular Biology
- Biochemistry 2
- Physiology 2: Control and Integration
- Cell Biology
- Pharmaceutics and Formulation
- Infectious Diseases and Therapeutics