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  • Qualification

    Master of Science - MSci

  • Location

    Stag Hill

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP-24

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


Why choose this course

-Explore the fundamental processes of life at a cellular level, from simple existence to the coordination of billions of living cells, finding the answers to everyday questions like ‘Why do we feel ill after getting a Covid jab?’ -Delve into advanced technologies in gene expression, immunology, human genetics, mechanistic toxicology and pharmacokinetics, neuroscience, pharmacology, systems biology and more. -Play a crucial role in the development of new treatments for a range of diseases, including cancer, studying the chemical and physical principles of living things and biological processes. -Learn from research-active biochemists who have expertise in ageing, genetic engineering, immunology, pharmacology, plasticity, sleep, toxicology and more. -Complete an integrated masters and a laboratory-based dissertation, exploring topics like antibody class switching in B cells and neurodegenerative diseases, in preparation for a technical research career in industry or academia. -Study among highly satisfied students, as we have 96% overall satisfaction for biochemistry in the National Student Survey 2022.


What you will study

Biochemistry is at the heart of life and the explanation of all life processes. Both health and disease and ageing and development are complex biochemical processes. By understanding more about these, we can generate more effective ways to help humanity. During your first two years, you’ll develop a broad understanding of biochemistry, its methodology and some of its most intriguing applications. You’ll get to choose optional modules in bacteriology, biodiversity, neuroscience and virology. In your third year, you’ll select five optional modules, exploring topics such as genetics, immunology, pharmacology, systems biology and toxicology. You’ll also complete a research project, bringing together all the practical, analytical and presentation skills you’ve developed. Previous students have had their work published in top-tier journals, including the European Journal of Neuroscience, the Journal of Virology and Sleep.

Application deadline

31 January

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

26,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

Entry requirements

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A level : ABB

Overall:ABBWe do not include General Studies or Critical Thinking in our offers.Required subjects:Chemistry or Biology and a second science or Mathematics.Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass.

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University of Surrey

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    University of Surrey, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7XH, England

Surrey hosts over 140 nationalities. Its renowned international student support team advises on everything, including visas and choosing the right course.
At Surrey, expect a personalised Welcome timetable, including international orientation sessions, campus tours and talks with world-class academics.
Surrey Research Park's 203 companies are responsible for 10% of the local economy.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    23rd out of 97 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    130 57%

    45th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    90.0 90%

    6th

    6
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    4.16 83%

    7th

    20

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