Academic IELTS of 6.0, with no element below 5.5.
112–128 UCAS points from a minimum of two A-levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications.
With foundation year: 32 points.
A-levels to include both Chemistry and Biology A2.
Alternatively, BTEC Extended Diploma in appropriate Science subject with grades DMM.
Candidates are normally required to hold five GCSE subjects at grade C/4 or above, including Mathematics and English Language.
Do you want to contribute to work that could help solve many of life's biggest challenges? This course will help you understand the molecular processes that control life, from molecules (such as DNA and proteins) and cells, to the complex structures of whole organisms.
In your final year, you'll select from options such as Advanced Analytical Science, Clinical Chemistry and Haematology, and Chemotherapy. Choosing a specialist topic that inspires you, you'll have the opportunity to work on an independent research project.
You'll acquire the knowledge and technical skills to work in a wide variety of roles, including those in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. You'll also be able to go on to do further research and contribute to our understanding of how biochemistry underpins all human life.
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What you will study
Please note that this is an indicative list of modules and is not intended as a definitive list as these could change before your year of entry.
Year 1
Year 1 provides you with a firm foundation in the biological and chemical principles on which life is based. You will gain a comprehensive overview of biochemistry, from the atomic level to that of the whole body. Subject areas include the fundamentals of chemistry, cells and tissues, genetics and molecular biology. A scientific and practical skills module will also introduce you to important laboratory techniques and the necessary mathematics, statistics and IT required by biochemists.
Core modules
Genes, Cells and Tissues
The Biochemical Foundations of Life
Foundation Chemistry
Scientific and Laboratory Skills
Accreditation Skills Portfolio 1
Year 2
Year 2 introduces some of the more specialised aspects of biochemistry. You will gain a detailed knowledge of protein function, structure and analysis; the major metabolic pathways; organisation and physiology of cells including cell signalling; genes and their expression; pharmacological principles; and the application of research methods. You will also explore a range of bioanalytical techniques employed in the pharmaceutical industry.
Core modules
Proteins and Metabolism
Molecular Biology of the Cell
Principles of Pharmacology with Research Methods
Analytical Science
Accreditation Skills Portfolio 2
Year 3
Year 3 has specialist modules in Current Concepts in Biomolecular Science and Molecular Genetics & Bioinformatics, with a choice between Advanced Analytical Science and Clinical Chemistry & Haematology. You will undertake an independent research project providing an opportunity to research a topic of your choice within your specialism as either a laboratory, data project or a systematic review.
Core modules
Molecular Genetics and Bioinformatics
Current Concepts in Biomolecular Science
Project (Bioscience)
Accreditation Skills Portfolio 3
Optional modules
Advanced Analytical Science
Chemotherapy of Infectious and Neoplastic Diseases
Clinical Chemistry and Haematology (Blood Sciences)
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Insurance - Single: 300 (£) per year
