MSci Biochemistry with Integrated Master's
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
MSci in Biochemistry, exploring the molecular basis of human and mammalian disease. Core topics include Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Fieldwork. The course includes a tropical biology field course hosted by the University of Sains Malaysia, and a final-year research project. The programme can be extended to five years with an optional placement year.
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 and Professional Training (Level 5)
- Research Project
- Employability and Communication Skills in Bioscience
- Case Studies in Biotechnology
- Structural Immunology
- Human Parasitology
- Omics Technologies
- Cancer Biology
- Epidemiology
- Tropical Biology Field Course
- Flexible Work Placement (Level 6)
- Professional Experience in Education
- Virology
- Literature Review and Grant Proposal
- MSci Extended Research Project
- Advanced Research Topics in Biochemistry
- Advanced Topics in Neuroscience