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With over 100 years of staggering advances in the field, the time to study biochemistry and biotechnology is now. At Essex, you’ll have the opportunity to explore how the processes of life function at molecular level and learn how biotechnology is addressing real-world problems and challenges.
The subjects of biochemistry and biotechnology are continually expanding, and our curriculum constantly evolves to reflect the latest findings and their applications. You’ll learn in a friendly and supportive atmosphere and benefit from a research-led education, taught by world-leadin...
With over 100 years of staggering advances in the field, the time to study biochemistry and biotechnology is now. At Essex, you’ll have the opportunity to explore how the processes of life function at molecular level and learn how biotechnology is addressing real-world problems and challenges.<br/><br/>The subjects of biochemistry and biotechnology are continually expanding, and our curriculum constantly evolves to reflect the latest findings and their applications. You’ll learn in a friendly and supportive atmosphere and benefit from a research-led education, taught by world-leading experts at the forefront of their fields.<br/><br/>At Essex, we specialise in structure-function relationships of biomolecules and use computational approaches and bioinformatics to complement our research. You’ll find that our course has a very high proportion of practical work that provides valuable experience for your career and our research-led teaching addresses the latest challenges and breakthroughs. Topics include:<br/><br/><br/>- Molecular enzymology<br/><br/><br/>- Neurodegeneration<br/><br/><br/>- Structural biology<br/><br/><br/>- Bioenergetics<br/><br/><br/>- Metabolism<br/><br/><br/>You’ll also learn about and appraise the approaches that can be used to address the challenges facing our planet, including:<br/><br/><br/>- The development of biofuels, pharmaceuticals and crops to support and feed the growing human population<br/><br/><br/>- Industrial, plant and medical biotechnology<br/><br/><br/>- Gene and protein technology<br/><br/><br/>- Synthetic biology<br/><br/><br/>- Bioinformatics<br/><br/><br/>With our Integrated Masters you’ll be able to fast track your degree and complete your final year in nine months compared to a regular MSc which usually takes twelve months. The course will cover key skills in biochemistry and biotechnology and provide you with the knowledge, understanding and hands-on experience required in this rapidly growing area of technology.<br/><br/>When you combine your undergraduate and postgraduate study in one degree you’ll be equipped with a strong theoretical background, specialist expertise through independent research and practical insights into current commercial applications. This combination makes graduates from our course attractive candidates for many employers.<br/><br/>Visit our biochemistry subject page for more information and content.
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Full-time
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
10/2024
Campus
Colchester Campus
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Course Code
C099
Institution Code
E70
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
UCAS TariffAccess to HE DiplomaD:15,M:30 QAA-approved Access to HE Diploma: 15 level 3 credits at Distinction and 30 level 3 credits at Merit – 6 level 3 credits at Distinction and 39 level 3 credits at Merit, depending on subject studied - advice on acceptability can be provided, please contact ugquery@essex.ac.uk for more information. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme30 32 Or three Higher level certificates with 655-555, including Higher Level Science or Mathematics grade 5, plus Standard Level Science and Mathematics or Maths Studies grade 4, if not taken at Higher Level. Please note that Maths and Science in the IB are not required if you have already achieved GCSE or IB Middle Years Maths and Science at grade C/4. We are also happy to consider a combination of separate IB Diploma Programmes at both Higher and Standard Level. Exact offer levels will vary depending on the range of subjects being taken at higher and standard level, and the course applied for. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for more information on ugquery@essex.ac.uk. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM Entry requirements for students studying BTEC qualifications are dependent on subjects studied. Advice can be provided on an individual basis. Please email ugquery@essex.ac.uk for advice on acceptability A levelA,B,B B,B,B ABB- BBB or 128 - 120 tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A-levels including Science or Mathematics grade B (PE and Psychology are considered to be science A-levels). |
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