Biochemistry (C700)

King's College London

Bachelor's degree

In London and Lambeth

£ 9,250 VAT inc.

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Description

  • Duration

    3 Years

Biochemistry is the study of the molecular basis of life and our Biochemistry BSc course will introduce you to all areas of modern biochemistry. You will gain the practical knowledge and skills needed to work in a scientific research environment, as well as transferable skills to begin a career in a wide variety of fields both in science and beyond. The course also features options to study abroad, undertake work placement or extend to a four-year MSci.

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Location

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Lambeth (London)
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Stamford St, SE1 9NH

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On request
London
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Great Maze Pond, SE1 9RT

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On request

About this course

Europe's largest centre for medical and professional healthcare education
93% student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2018)
Teaching by internationally renowned scientists and researchers
One of the UK's best graduate employment rates
Contemporary approach based on our history of pioneering discoveries – including our part in identifying the structure of DNA
Flexible options to tailor your degree through overseas study, work placement or to switch to a four-year MSci

Recent graduates have found employment as:

research project co-ordinators
food scientists
company managers
business analysts
scientific copy editors
Others have continued to study in medicine, dentistry and other related fields including pharmaceutical sciences, cardiovascular pharmacology and biomedical research.
Graduates from the School of Bioscience Education are equipped with a variety of transferable skills including data gathering, analysis and interpretation, presentation skills and teamwork. Our graduates are well-qualified to undertake a wide range of careers or pursue a PhD.

Please note that A-level General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted by King's as one of your A-levels. However, if offered the grade achieved may be taken into account when considering whether or not to accept a candidate who has just fallen short of the conditions of their offer.

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Subjects

  • Biology
  • Biochemistry
  • Genetics
  • Cell Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Biosciences
  • Molecular Biology
  • Neuroscience
  • Physiology
  • Anatomy

Course programme

1st Year

Courses are divided into modules. You will normally take modules totalling 360 credits.

There are options to switch to any other course in the Bioscience suite or to a four-year MSci after Year 1. You can also choose to study abroad during Year 2.

Required Modules

You are required to take:

  • Biochemistry (15 credits)
  • Chemistry for the Biosciences (15 credits)
  • Genetics and Molecular Biology (15 credits)
  • Cell Biology & Neuroscience (15 credits)
  • Fundamentals of Physiology & Anatomy (30 credits)
  • Fundamentals of Pharmacology (15 credits)
  • Skills for the Biosciences (15 credits)
Optional Modules

There are no optional modules for this course in Year 1.

2nd Year

You will also have the opportunity to study abroad for your second year at one of our partner universities. See the course description for more information.

Required Modules

You are required to take:

  • Gene Cloning & Expression A (15 credits)
  • Metabolism (15 credits)
  • Protein Structure & Function (15 credits)
  • Cell Biology A (15 credits)
Optional Modules

In addition, you are required to take 45 credits from a range of optional modules, which may typically include:

  • Experimental Biochemistry (15 credits)
  • Gene Cloning & Expression B (15 credits)Human & Molecular Genetics (15 or 30 credits)
  • Principles of Bioinformatics (15 credits)
  • Cell Biology B (15 credits)
  • Immune System in Health & Disease (15 credits)
  • Medical Microbiology (15 credits)
  • Tissue Pathology (15 credits)
  • Neuroscience (30 credits)
  • Essentials of Embryology (15 credits)
  • Endocrinology & Reproduction (15 credits)
  • Psychology (15 credits)
  • Drug Discovery & Development (15 credits)
  • Social Impact of the Biosciences (15 credits)
  • A modern language (15 credits)

King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.

3rd Year

Required Modules

You are required to take:

  • Protein Structure & Design (15 credits)

You are also required to conduct one of the following research projects:

  • Molecular Biology Practical Project (30 credits) and a Library project (15 credits)
  • Extended Research Project (45 credits)
Optional Modules

In addition, you are required to take 60 credits from a range of optional modules, which may typically include:

  • Molecular Basis of Human Disease (15 credits)
  • Advanced Biophysical Techniques (15 credits)
  • Oxidative Stress in Experimental Pathology (15 or 30 credits)
  • Biomedical Diagnostics (15 credits)
  • Molecular Immunology (15 credits)
  • Advanced Molecular Genetics (15 credits)
  • Molecular Genetics of Model Organisms (15 credits)
  • Medical Genetics (15 credits)
  • Epigenetics (15 credits)
  • Biology of Cancer (30 credits)
  • Cell Physiology (15 credits)
  • Endocrinology of Diabetes (15 credits)
  • Muscle (15 credits)
  • Mechanisms of Development (30 credits)
  • Drug Safety & Toxicology (30 credits)
  • Viruses & Diseases (15 or 30 credits)
  • Modules from across the School of Bioscience Education
  • A maximum of one modern language module (15 credits)

King’s College London reviews the modules offered on a regular basis to provide up-to-date, innovative and relevant programmes of study. Therefore, modules offered may change. We suggest you keep an eye on the course finder on our website for updates.

Additional information

International tuition fee -  £25,500 per year.

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