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Medical Biochemistry Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Medical Biochemistry Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Many of today’s common diseases are linked to defects in the molecular processes that occur in the body. To make big breakthroughs in diagnosing and treating disease, we therefore often have to look at life at the molecular level. Studying biochemistry in this way will give you an understanding of some of the world’s most pressing health issues.
This course will give you a firm grounding in modern biochemistry, covering a broad range of topics with particular emphasis on how the subject relates to medicine and health issues. You will explore the fundamental biochemical proc...
Many of today’s common diseases are linked to defects in the molecular processes that occur in the body. To make big breakthroughs in diagnosing and treating disease, we therefore often have to look at life at the molecular level. Studying biochemistry in this way will give you an understanding of some of the world’s most pressing health issues.
This course will give you a firm grounding in modern biochemistry, covering a broad range of topics with particular emphasis on how the subject relates to medicine and health issues. You will explore the fundamental biochemical processes of cells and how they are controlled, and learn about how these processes go wrong in disease states. By understanding the molecular defects that occur in a particular disease, you will learn how scientists and clinicians can work together to design appropriate drugs that target the affected molecules. There is an emphasis on emerging technologies that are being used to address key issues in human health, including gene editing, as well as consideration of the ethics dilemmas of these approaches.
On this course you will develop a range of skills that are valued by employers, including practical, analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as gaining experience in handling complex information. You will also develop transferable skills in time-management, meeting deadlines, giving oral presentations and working in teams to achieve a goal. You will have some flexibility to study modules in other biological sciences specialisms, enabling you to apply your knowledge across the boundaries of traditional disciplines and become a valuable and powerful asset in scientific environments and in many other walks of life.
This course is identical to the first three years of the MBiolSci in Medical Biosciences (Biochemistry).
This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting (in part) the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Accredited degree programmes contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge and key skills, and prepare graduates to address the needs of employers. The accreditation criteria require evidence that graduates from accredited programmes meet defined sets of learning outcomes, including subject knowledge, technical ability and transferable skills.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-27
Campus
Main Site
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Course Code
A05-B63
Institution Code
L34
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
A level
including at least two A-levels in relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology. General Studies is not accepted. BBC + Level 3 Core Maths grade B (if Maths not taken as a full A or AS level). A-level subjects to include two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Psychology.
T Level
Science (with an Occupational Specialism in Laboratory technician)
AS
Two AS subjects may be considered in place of one A-level. Must be taken alongside two full A-levels in relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology.
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 24.0
A strong science Access course is required. Pass Science diploma with 45 credits at level three, 24 of which must be at distinction. Please contact the Admissions Office before applying to check acceptability for Access module content and your overall academic profile.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Standard requirement - Grade 4/C in both GCSE English Language and Mathematics if not held at A/AS level.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Applied Science Diploma considered with an A-level in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology, plus standard GCSE requirements. Applied Science Diploma considered with an non-science A-level, plus five GCSEs at grade 5/B or above including two science grades. GCSE English Language and Mathematics to be held at minimum grade 4/C.
Extended Project
Considered with three A-levels. Typical offer: BBC + EPQ at grade B. A-level subjects to include at least two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
to include grade 5 in at least two relevant HL science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology. Must include a minimum of grade 4 in SL Maths or 3 in HL Maths and grade 4 in English A or 5 in English B if minimum of grade 4/C not held in English Language and Maths at GCSE.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Considered when combined with other qualifications
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Applied Science. Plus five GCSEs at 5/B or above including two science grades. GCSE English Language and Mathematics to be held at minimum grade 4/C.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Can be considered in combination with other qualifications. Combinations must include a minimum of two Science subjects. Please contact the Admissions Office before applying to check acceptability for your particular combination of qualifications.
Scottish Advanced Higher
including at least two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology.
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