Advance your understanding of biochemistry on this four-year course, which includes a year spent with an approved university in Germany.
Youll build familiarity with key aspects of the industry, including commercialising technology, entrepreneurship, and intellectual property and patents.
The language element of this course will see you explore the theory and practice of translation. This includes opportunities to analyse the history, politics, science and technology of German-speaking countries.
Youll also benefit from close interaction with the departme...
Advance your understanding of biochemistry on this four-year course, which includes a year spent with an approved university in Germany. <br/><br/>Youll build familiarity with key aspects of the industry, including commercialising technology, entrepreneurship, and intellectual property and patents.<br/><br/>The language element of this course will see you explore the theory and practice of translation. This includes opportunities to analyse the history, politics, science and technology of German-speaking countries.<br/><br/>Youll also benefit from close interaction with the departments internationally leading research programme, with access to facilities including modern microscopes and tissue culture suites. <br/><br/>Through laboratory and computational work, youll acquire the skills required to design, carry out and analyse data from biochemical experiments<br/><br/>Your third year will be spent at a German-speaking university, where you will attend lectures and conduct a research project as you experience a different cultural environment.<br/><br/>The final year offers you increased freedom to follow your own interests in chosen subject areas.<br/><br/>Youll choose from a wide range of optional modules on topics such as synthetic biology, cancer and bioinformatics. You’ll then apply your expertise to a substantial project or dissertation.<br/><br/>Your studies will be complemented by a dedicated Life Science Skills programme, where youll be trained in quantitative skills, programming, statistics, and scientific writing and presentation.<br/><br/>Please note: **this course is not suitable for native or near-native German speakers.**<br/><br/>Normally only students who are on track for at least a 2:1 by the end of their second year, will be eligible to spend their third year abroad.<br/><br/>**As well as your main Imperial degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the Royal College of Science (ARCS) on completion of this course.**
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
27/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C7R2
Institution Code
I50
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherNot Accepted Access to HE DiplomaNot Accepted International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme38 Must include: 6 in Chemistry (HL) 6 in Biology, Mathematics or Physics (HL) 5 in German (HL) or 6 in German (SL) *Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level with no preference. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Not Accepted Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,D3,D3 D3 Chemistry D3 Biology, Mathematics or Physics D3 Other Language Requirement: M3 German A levelA,A,A Must include: A in Chemistry A in Biology, Physics or Mathematics General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted. If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer. Language requirement: AS Level German grade B A Level German grade C T LevelNot Accepted |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £41,650 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |