Biochemistry MBiol, BSc

University of Leeds
4.5
2 reviews
  • Its a high quality of the University teaching staff, services and leisure activities and also because there you have the chance to meet students from all over the world…It is quite good school, lots of opportunities for trips, good social life
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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Leeds

  • Duration

    4 Years

From understanding diseases to revolutionising forensics, biochemistry sits at the heart of modern bioscience in society and has had a profound influence in the field of medicine.
Biochemistry is a practical laboratory science that applies the molecular approaches of chemistry to the vast variety of biological systems, providing an understanding of every aspect of the structure and function of living things at a molecular level.
You’ll learn from scientists at the forefront of this exciting area, and develop the practical skills and theoretical knowledge highly respected by employers.
This course will give you strong career options in an expanding industry. You’ll graduate with a valuable understanding of both the basic principles and latest developments in biochemistry.
Our integrated Masters offers you an additional year of specialist training. You’ll develop tailored biochemistry skills, undertake an extended research project and study advanced biochemistry topics.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Leeds (West Yorkshire)
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University Of Leeds, LS2 9JT

Start date

On request

About this course

As well as providing you with subject-specific knowledge, we aim to equip you with the best possible skills for a variety of future careers. All of our degrees have a strong emphasis on practical based teaching, small group teaching, online learning and problem solving.
Throughout the degree, you’ll gain a wide range of transferable skills which are highly valued by employers. Supported by the Leeds for Life scheme and your academic and personal tutor, you’ll be ideally placed to focus on your personal development and make the most of your time at university.

A-level: AAA - AAB

BSc:
A Level: AAA - AAB
Including Chemistry and another science subject. Critical Thinking and General Studies excluded.
We accept the following science subjects: biology, human biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics. Science-related subjects: PE, geography, use of mathematics, psychology, statistics, geology and computing.

Our BSc with Industrial Placement Year and MBiol courses have been accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Advanced degree accreditation by the Society recognises academic excellence in the biosciences, and highlights degrees that educate the research and development leaders of the future. The advanced accreditation criteria require evidence that graduates from the programme meet defined sets of learning outcomes, including gaining a substantial period of research experience.

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Reviews

4.5
  • Its a high quality of the University teaching staff, services and leisure activities and also because there you have the chance to meet students from all over the world…It is quite good school, lots of opportunities for trips, good social life
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  • It is quite cheaper here in UK. Lunch in a pub with a drink is between £5 and £10 normally. A pint of beer or cider is around £2-£6, I recommend finding local breweries because sometimes you can find great quality.
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4.6
excellent

Course rating

Recommended

Centre rating

Anonimous Student

5.0
26/08/2018
What I would highlight: Its a high quality of the University teaching staff, services and leisure activities and also because there you have the chance to meet students from all over the world…It is quite good school, lots of opportunities for trips, good social life
What could be improved: Nothing to change
Would you recommend this course?: Yes

Anonimous Student

4.0
09/03/2018
What I would highlight: It is quite cheaper here in UK. Lunch in a pub with a drink is between £5 and £10 normally. A pint of beer or cider is around £2-£6, I recommend finding local breweries because sometimes you can find great quality.
What could be improved: All ok
Would you recommend this course?: Yes
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2018

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The average rating is higher than 3.7

More than 50 reviews in the last 12 months

This centre has featured on Emagister for 14 years

Subjects

  • Biochemistry
  • Project
  • Scientific
  • Engineering
  • Biological
  • Biochemical
  • Techniques
  • Theory
  • Processes
  • Skills

Course programme

In Year 1 you’re provided with an integrated foundation to the subject, including the key elements of biochemistry, which introduces molecular and chemical aspects of life sciences. Weekly academic small-group tutorials are central to our courses and provide you with an opportunity to discuss the subject and develop your scientific understanding.

In Year 2 the focus is on in-depth study of the major areas that underpin modern biochemistry, which covers biological membranes and cell signalling, molecular genetics, theory and application of modern biochemical techniques, and molecular pathologies of human diseases, protein folding and genetic engineering. You will further develop your laboratory skills and take greater responsibility for your experimental design. The degree offers the opportunity to apply for an industrial or study abroad year at the end of Year 2.


In Year 3, you will develop specialist knowledge that will enable you to better understand current research in biochemistry and molecular biology. This is accompanied by lectures based on advanced topics which enable students to study subjects most relevant to their interests. These topics range from molecular basis of innate immunity, oncogenes and tumour suppressors to directed evolution and molecular motors.

You will undertake an independent or group research project, which further develops your analytical skills, and study advanced biochemistry topics that allow you to follow your specialised interests.

Modules

Year 1

Compulsory modules
  • Introductory Integrated Biochemistry: the Molecules and Processes of Life
  • Introductory Biochemistry: Practical Skills
  • Introductory Biochemistry: Problem Solving and Data Handling

Year 2

Compulsory modules
  • Intermediate Integrated Biochemistry
  • Intermediate Biochemistry: Practicals
  • Intermediate Biochemistry: Skills

Year 3

Compulsory modules
  • Advanced Topics in Biochemistry I
  • Advanced Topics in Biochemistry 2
  • Advanced Topics in Biochemistry 3
  • Advanced Biochemistry: Skills
  • Research Tools and Applications
  • Extended Research Project Preparation

Year 4

Compulsory modules
  • Extended Research Project
  • Specialised Research Topics and Skills

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Biochemistry MBiol, BSc

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