MBiolSci Biochemistry
Entry requirements
A Level: AAA IB: 36, with 6 in Higher Level Chemistry and a second science; 34, with 6,5 (in any order) in Higher Level Chemistry and a second science, and B in a science-based extended essay
About this course
MBiolSci in Biochemistry MBiolSci, a biochemistry degree centred on the molecular study of living systems, cellular processes, and biological macromolecules. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Project Management, Clinical Skills, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Students undertake a major research project during their fourth year to prepare for a career in scientific research. During the first year, students study compulsory modules such as Building Blocks of Life, Introduction to Biochemistry, Diversity of Life, Professional Skills for Bioscientists, and Experimental Skills for Bioscientists, alongside optional choices exploring whole organisms and physiology. The second year continues with compulsory study in Bioenergetics, Structure and Synthesis, Advanced Biochemistry, Advanced Professional Skills for Bioscientists, and Experimental Skills in Molecular Biosciences, while offering options across cell biology, genetics, and microbiology. In the third year, students complete a Capstone Project and select from various advanced topics including medical microbiology, stem cell and regenerative medicine, and molecular genetics. The fourth year focuses on advanced research and literature work through compulsory modules like Extended Research Project, Advanced Literature Review: Retrieval and Evaluation of Scientific Information, and The Scientific Cycle.
Modules
- Building Blocks of Life
- Introduction to Biochemistry
- Diversity of Life
- Professional Skills for Bioscientists
- Experimental Skills for Bioscientists
- Form and Function of Living Organisms
- Introduction to Physiology
- Introduction to Neuroscience
- Bioenergetics, Structure and Synthesis
- Advanced Biochemistry
- Advanced Professional Skills for Bioscientists
- Experimental Skills in Molecular Biosciences
- Key Concepts in Cell Biology
- Neuroscience and Neuropharmacology
- Green Planet: Plants, Food and Global Climate Change
- Molecular Genetics and Genomics
- Microbiology
- Physiology of Cells and Systems
- Development, Stem Cells, Regeneration and Ageing
- Capstone Project
- Protein Structure, Function and Dynamics
- Medical Microbiology
- Sensory Neuroscience in Health and Disease
- Advanced Molecular Genetics
- Membrane Dynamics and Receptors: Gatekeepers of Health and Drivers of Disease
- Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine
- Evolutionary Genetics and Genomics
- Scientists in Society: Philosophy, Ethics and Power
- Advanced Topics in Physiology and Pathophysiology
- Molecular Basis of Health and Disease
- Microbial Ecology and Genomics
- Biological Basis of Neurodegeneration
- Genome Stability and Cancer Biology
- Pharmacology of Cardiovascular and Respiratory Disease
- Reproductive Biology
- Future Plants: Green Solutions for a Changing World
- Animal Models of Human Disease and Development
- Extended Research Project
- Advanced Literature Review: Retrieval and Evaluation of Scientific Information
- The Scientific Cycle