BSc Biochemistry
Entry requirements
A level: ABB in three A Levels including B in Chemistry and B in one other Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List . IB: 655 in three Higher Levels including 5 in Chemistry and in one other Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List at Higher Level, or 32 points including 5 in Higher Level Chemistry and 5 in one other Higher Level Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List .
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry, covering the structure and function of biological molecules, metabolic pathways and molecular cell biology. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Data Analysis, Research Methods, Communication & Writing, Fieldwork, and Global & Comparative Perspective. A 75-hour professional placement is available in Level 5. The final year offers optional modules and a research project with choices spanning lab-based research, bioinformatics, systematic reviews or outreach.
Modules
- Molecules of Life
- Molecular Principles and Applications of Biochemistry
- Human Physiology and Anatomy
- Molecular Cell Biology
- Practical and Academic Skills in Bioscience
- Applications of Molecular Biology
- Molecular, Cellular and Structural Immunology
- Microbes, Viruses and Parasites
- Drug Design
- Metabolism in Health and Disease
- Cell Signalling
- Research and Analytical Skills
- Practical and Professional Skills in Bioscience
- Human Genetics
- Molecular Ecology and Plant Genetics
- Flexible Work Placement (Level 5)
- Research Project
- Employability and Communication Skills in Bioscience
- Case Studies in Biotechnology
- Medical Glycobiology
- Professional Development in Bioscience
- Structural Immunology
- Human Parasitology
- Omics Technologies
- Cancer Biology
- Epidemiology
- Tropical Biology Field Course
- Flexible Work Placement and Professional Training (Level 6)
- Work Placement and Professional Training in Education