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Biochemistry BSc (Hons) – 4 years including placement year

Bachelor's degree

In Bath ()

£ 9,250 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Duration

    4 Years

Biochemistry involves solving biological problems through an understanding of the molecular basis of life. You will develop your knowledge, techniques and understanding at a fundamental level, preparing you for a wide range of academic, industrial and medically related careers.

In the first year, you’ll study a broad introduction to biosciences. This will give you a foundation from which you will have the option to specialise in specific areas, such as neuroscience, cellular molecular biology, genomics and biotechnology. You will also gain hands-on experience of practical scientific techniques in dedicated undergraduate laboratories, as well as access to specialist technology in research labs.

In the final year, you’ll undertake a research project, giving you first-hand experience as a researcher and the opportunity to contribute to some of the world-leading research in the Department.

About this course

Gain a fundamental understanding of life processes at a molecular level. You’ll be prepared for a career examining the molecular basis of life.
You will graduate with a solid foundation for further study or graduate roles where a broader knowledge of molecular biosciences is needed. The academic and key skills you'll develop mean you will also be prepared for a wide range of alternative careers.
Specialist teaching is influenced by the expertise of academics in the Department and includes areas such as cell biology, biodiversity and ecology, evolutionary biology, genomics, plant science, microbiology and immunology, neuroscience, developmental biology and stem cells, structural molecular biology, cancer genetics and biotechnology.
Practical classes take place in our well-equipped teaching laboratories. You will also have access to specialist technology in a dedicated computer laboratory for bioinformatics.

You'll develop the knowledge and skills needed to work in a variety of fields, such as pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, education, environment, or roles in agricultural, medical and chemical laboratories. Many of our graduates also choose to go on to postgraduate study in preparation for academic or industry-based research careers.

Studying a biosciences degree requires you to apply a broad skill set to the understanding of complex processes. This skill set is also useful in a range of other careers, such as business, management and science teaching.

Your application, especially your personal statement, should demonstrate your enthusiasm for studying biochemistry. This might include relevant reading, voluntary or work experience, areas of interest from your current studies or other relevant extra-curricular and co-curricular activities. You will need a strong performance in both Biology and Chemistry as part of your entry qualifications.

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Subjects

  • Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Biochemistry
  • Systems
  • Project
  • Art
  • Neuroscience
  • Molecular Biology
  • Academic
  • Practical
  • Introduction

Course programme

Year 1
  • Practical research and academic skills
  • Biochemistry 1
  • Cell and molecular biology
  • Genetics
  • Introduction to biological chemistry
  • Cell biology
  • Biochemistry 2
  • Proteins: purification and characterisation
  • General chemistry
Year 2
  • Protein structure
  • DNA (making, breaking and disease)
  • The dynamic cell 1
  • Biochemical problems and bioinformatics
  • Enzymology
  • Practical molecular biology
  • Plus optional units
Year 3
  • Placement year
Year 4
  • Final year project
  • Protein synthesis, folding and turnover
  • Plus optional units
Optional course units

You'll be able to choose from a number of optional units in years 2 and 4. Here are some examples of the optional units currently being studied by our students.
  • Genomics 1
  • Infection and immunity: microbiology
  • Molecular genetics of vertebrate development
  • Cell membranes
  • Molecular immunology
  • Enzymes: mechanisms, evolution and control in integrated biological systems
  • Cancer therapeutics
  • Structural biology in biotechnology & medicine
  • Frontiers of neuroscience
Learning and assessment

Learning
  • Laboratory sessions
  • Lectures
  • Seminars
  • Tutorials
  • Workshops
Assessment
  • Coursework
  • Essay
  • Multiple choice examination
  • Practical work
  • Seminar
  • Written examination
  • Other

Additional information

Overseas students Fee - 

Tuition fee for the academic year 2020/21  £22,300

UK/EU application deadline15 January -  2020 

Overseas deadline - 15 January 2020


Biochemistry BSc (Hons) – 4 years including placement year

£ 9,250 VAT inc.