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Biological Chemistry and Drug Discovery BSc (Hons)

University of Dundee

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Course options

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    City Campus (Main Campus)

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Drug discovery and biological chemistry integrate chemistry, pharmacology, and biology and use techniques from molecular and chemical biology to find new treatments for diseases.At Dundee, our Drug Discovery Unit bridges lab-focused academic research and industry-scale drug development to create new drugs to fight infections and other diseases. Expertise from this fast-moving field has been used to shape this course.The degree starts with a broad range of life sciences topics at Levels 1 and 2. You’ll then focus on more detailed aspects of biological chemistry and drug discovery at Levels 3 and 4.Your first two years of study will explore core concepts like genetics, cell biology, biological organisation, molecular mechanisms and processes. You will develop your practical skills, including laboratory skills, data analysis, and experiment design. This will prepare you for designing and carrying out projects later in your course.Our course curriculum is shaped by the work of our world-leading researchers to make sure you’re learning the latest advances, as well as gaining an understanding of the fundamentals of the field.Throughout your degree, you can pick modules that interest you and also transfer on to one of our other courses if you choose the relevant modules.Lab sessions throughout your degree will help you integrate knowledge and practical skills, as well as develop strong transferable skills, both in and out of the lab.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
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£ 26,600per year

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University information

University of Dundee

University of Dundee

University of Dundee

  • University League Table

    51st

  • Campus address

    University of Dundee, Nethergate, Dundee, Dundee, City Of, DD1 4HN, Scotland

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Highly valued and recognised education in a multicultural study destination. You’ll be supported by a global community of friendly staff and students.
Dedicated places of worship in and around campus, international food stores can be found across the city, and a range of international student societies.
Scholarships are available to help eligible students get the most from their studies, and there is dedicated support for international students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    16th out of 94 1

    14th out of 45

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    189 83%

    9th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    16th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.15 79%

    27th

    28

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    200 88%

    3rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    89.0 89%

    20th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    n/a

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