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Biochemistry and Pharmacology

University of Strathclyde

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    John Anderson Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Study with usOur Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences (SIPBS) is a leading centre for research focused on new medicines, better medicines and better use of medicinesStudy how drugs and other chemicals affect the functions of the body and underpins the development of new or improved medicines and the treatment of diseaseDevelop understanding of the molecular basis of life, and how alteration of these molecular pathways leads to disease processesThis joint Honours degree course combines biochemistry and pharmacology and is accredited by the Royal Society of BiologyWhy this course?Biochemistry is the study of the composition, metabolism and function of biological systems at a molecular level. Biochemistry and the related field of molecular biology provide important advances in understanding the molecular basis of life and its role in the disease process.Pharmacology is the study of how drugs and other chemicals affect the body in health and disease. This area explores the development of new and improved medicines and the treatment of disease.The opportunity to choose specific degree combinations will allow you to go into specialist biomedical science areas such as neuroscience, cardiovascular research, immunopharmacology, industrial immunology, drug research, biochemistry, microbiology and bacteriology.AssessmentKnowledge and understanding are assessed by written examinations, essays, presentations and computer-aided learning (CAL) exercises and quizzes, available on our virtual learning environment, Myplace.Competence is assessed through practical tests, practical write-ups, project reports and CAL exercises and quizzes.Communication skills are assessed through essays and oral presentations.Project work is assessed from project reports and oral presentations.There’s an individual research project in the final year of the course where you’ll demonstrate research skills, problem-solving and a research approach.

Tuition fees

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£ 27,800per year

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University information

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University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde

  • University League Table

    38th

  • Campus address

    John Anderson Campus, 16 Richmond Street, Glasgow, Glasgow, G1 1XQ, United Kingdom

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Welcoming almost 30,000 students from over 140 countries, Strathclyde offers a supportive and vibrant university experience for students of all backgrounds.
Strathclyde offers numerous scholarships and funding opportunities to support students in their studies.
It's home to an International Study Centre offering international students the option to complete pre-master's programmes.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    24th out of 91 10

    3rd out of 47

  • Entry standards

    / Max 218
    206 94%

    4th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    33rd

    20

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.01 75%

    67th

    4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 236
    226 96%

    2nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    94.0 94%

    8th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    24th

    5

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