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BSc Biomolecular Sciences

University of Strathclyde

Institution
University of Strathclyde
Level
undergraduate
Subject
BSc Hons Biomolecular Sciences
Duration
4-5 years
UCAS code
C193

Entry requirements

A level: Standard entry requirements*: Year 1 entry: BBB (two sciences required, at least one of which must be Biology or Chemistry; GCSE Chemistry 6/B (if not at A Level); GCSE Maths 6/B, GCSE English Language 6/B or Literature 6/B) Year 2 entry: BBB (Chemistry and Biology, GCSE Maths 6/B, and GCSE English Language 6/B or English Literature 6/B) IB: Standard entry requirements*: Year 1 entry: 30 (Two science subjects at HL5 at least one of which must be Biology or Chemistry. Maths SL5 and English SL5) Year 2 entry: 30 (Chemistry and Biology, one at HL6, the other at HL5. Maths SL5 and English SL5)

About this course

BSc in Biochemistry. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Statistics, Data Analysis, Programming, and Communication & Writing. The course includes a final-year independent research project and is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Joint honours routes are available with Immunology, Microbiology, or Pharmacology.

Modules

  • Being a Biomolecular Scientist 1
  • Cells & their Molecules
  • Organisms & Disease
  • Bio-Organic Chemistry
  • Use & Abuse of Drugs in Society
  • Pharmaceutical Sciences & Drug Development
  • Being a Biomolecular Scientist 2
  • Introduction to Biochemistry
  • Introduction to Immunology
  • Introduction to Microbiology
  • Introduction to Pharmacology
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