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Qualification
Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)
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Location
Main Site (Newcastle)
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
16-SEP-24
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
This four-year Biochemistry MSci degree prepares you for a career at the forefront of life-saving medical developments with advanced knowledge and practical skills.
Course overview
Our Biochemistry integrated master's degree studies life at the molecular level. You'll develop an understanding of what causes diseases like cancer and how new technologies and drug treatments can help patients.
You’ll explore the chemical processes that occur in cells of other living organisms, from bacteria to humans. You'll also gain knowledge and skills in molecular biology, biomedical sciences, biotechnology.
You’ll learn how analytical techniques used by the industry – particularly the pharmaceutical or biotech companies – are used to discover or design new drugs or solve environmental problems.
The course includes topics such as:
- DNA replication, recombination and repair
- control of gene expression
- molecular basis of cancer and chronic diseases
- applications of biochemistry in real-world problems such as biofuels, drug-design, nano-circuits and bio-sensing.
Professional accreditation
This degree has been accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB).
Accreditation by the RSB recognises academic excellence in the biosciences that educates the research and development leaders and innovators of the future.
Teaching methods
You’ll learn through a combination of lectures, practical laboratory classes, and small group seminars.
To support your learning, you will be able to access online resources such as lecture and teaching materials and recordings on our main Virtual Learning Environment.
You'll have the chance to attend optional research talks, aimed especially at first-year students, as part of our biomedicine+ programme.
Study abroad
Experience life in another country by choosing to study abroad as part of your degree. You’ll be encouraged to embrace fun and challenging experiences, make connections with new communities and graduate as a globally aware professional, ready for your future.
You can choose to spend up to a year studying at a partner institution overseas.
If you choose to study abroad, it will extend your degree by a year.
Work placement
Get career ready with a work placement and leave as a confident professional in your field. You can apply to spend 9 to 12 months working in any organisation in the world, and receive University support from our dedicated team to secure your dream placement. Work placements take place between stages 2 and 3.
You'll gain first-hand experience of working in the sector, putting your learning into practice and developing your professional expertise.
If you choose to take a work placement, it will extend your degree by a year. Placements are subject to availability.
Your future
Graduates from our Biochemistry degrees have gone on to work in internationally recognised companies, such as:
- BUPA
- Helena Biosciences Europe
- Cellmark
- Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies
- Quantum Pharmaceutical
- GlaxoSmithKline Plc
Application deadline
31 January
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
A level : AAB
AAB including Biology or Chemistry, plus at least one from: Mathematics or Further Mathematics; Physics; Psychology; Biology; or Chemistry. Use of Mathematics, World Development, communication and Culture and Critical Thinking not accepted.GCSE Chemistry, Biology (minimum grade A or 7)or Combined Science (minimum grade AA or 77) required if Biology and Chemistry are not offered at A or AS level.
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