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BSc Biochemistry with Professional Experience

University of Reading

Institution
University of Reading
Level
undergraduate
Subject
BSc Biochemistry with Professional Experience
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
C702
Typical offer
A-level ABB, IB 32

Entry requirements

A level: ABB with B in Chemistry, or BBB with B in Chemistry and B in a second science subject. Acceptable second science subjects: Biology, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. IB: 32 points including 5 in Chemistry at higher level. 30 points including 5 in Chemistry and a second science subject, both at higher level.

About this course

BSc in Biochemistry. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Research Methods, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, and Fieldwork. The programme is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology and includes a Professional Experience Year for industrial placement. A supervised Research Project is completed in the final year.

Modules

  • Fundamentals of Microbiology
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Fundamentals of Biochemistry
  • Cellular and Molecular Principles of Life
  • General Chemistry B
  • Fundamentals of Evolution
  • History of Life on Earth
  • Human Pathology
  • Advanced Studies in Cellular and Molecular Biology
  • Research and Professional Skills
  • Medical Genetics
  • Applied Biochemistry: from Disease to Diagnostics
  • Bioinformatics and Computational Biology
  • Molecular Microbiology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Haematology and Immunology
  • Integrated Anatomy and Physiology
  • Professional Experience Year
  • Research Project
  • Integrated Biochemistry
  • Advanced Research Techniques
  • Venoms and Poisons: From Pharmacology to Therapeutics
  • Microbiology Field Course
  • Epidemiology of Zoonotic Diseases
  • Forensics
  • Evolution in Health and Disease
  • Neuroscience
  • Pathogens
  • Applied Microbiology
  • Cancer and Cell Communication
  • Cardiovascular Biology
  • Innovation and Product Development