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BSc Biochemistry with Professional Studies

Queen's University Belfast

Institution
Queen's University Belfast
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Biochemistry with Professional Studies
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
C704
Typical offer
A-level BBB, IB 32

Entry requirements

A level: BBB including Chemistry and Biology + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 OR ABB including Chemistry and at least one from Mathematics or Physics + GCSE Biology grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4. IB: 32 points overall including 6,5,5 at Higher Level including Chemistry and Biology + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 OR 33 points overall including 6,5,5 at Higher Level including Chemistry and Mathematics or Physics + GCSE Biology grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4. If not offered at Higher Level/GCSE, then Standard Level grade 4 in Mathematics and Biology would be accepted.

About this course

BSc in Biochemistry, exploring the molecular foundations of biological systems. Core topics include Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The programme includes a professional placement year and a final-year independent research project.

Modules

  • Structure, Reactivity and Mechanism in Organic and Bioorganic Chemistry
  • Fundamentals of Chemistry
  • World of Microorganisms
  • Genetics and the Molecular Toolbox
  • Molecular Basis of Life
  • Fundamentals of Microbiology
  • Cell Biology
  • Advanced Cell Biology
  • Experimental Biochemistry
  • Microbial Metabolism and Biocatalysis
  • Molecular Genetics and Bioinformatics 1
  • Molecular Genetics and Bioinformatics II
  • Professional Studies
  • Research Project
  • Microbiome: Biotechnological applications and ‘Omic manipulations
  • Immunology and Immunotherapy
  • Biomolecules in Health and Disease