Biochemistry (including a Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)

On this course you will acquire the knowledge and techniques that you will need to begin to approach contemporary biological problems and to start to look for solutions.

Course overview

Biochemistry is the fascinating branch of laboratory-based science that brings together chemistry and biology to explore life at the molecular level. On this course you will acquire the knowledge and techniques that you will need to begin to approach contemporary biological problems and to start to look for solutions.

Why study this course with us?

During this course, you will be able to help shape the future of biochemical research in the birthplace of Darwin. This course is for you if you have an interest in understanding the biochemistry of life; wish to study how macromolecules are synthesised, broken down and used as nano-machines; how cells live and die; want to understand the different ways in which cells communicate; want to understand how we can manipulate genes or gene expression to improve food production, improve drug therapies or cure genetic disease.

Teaching methods

Teaching will be in the form of lectures, tutorial and seminar sessions, and laboratory-based practicals.

Assessment

The assessment package for each module can include examination and coursework. The proportion of each will vary between modules, and the coursework may comprise a written report, a case study, a literature review, a poster or an oral presentation. The research dissertation will be assessed by the submission of a 4,000-word research paper.

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