BSc Medical Biochemistry

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University of Huddersfield

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• Objectives
  Biochemistry has made major contributions to medicine as the development of new drugs and the treatment of disease have become more systematic and scientific. Our knowledge of the structure and function of DNA, RNA and proteins has led to an understanding of the mechanisms that cause degenerative disease and cancer, and holds out the promise of novel and improved methods of treatment. This course develops the knowledge and skills necessary for careers in medical research, work in the pharmaceutical industry and other aspects of healthcare.
• Entry requirements
  Entry Requirements Typical points score for entry 200 points. Specific requirements for this course are normally as follows: GCSE passes at grade C or above in Mathematics and English Language plus one of the following: At least one 6-unit award and at least two 3-unit awards, one of which must be Chemistry. BTEC award with a Diploma or Certificate in Science. Successful completion of the Science Foundation year at this university.
• Academic title
  BSc Medical Biochemistry
• Course description
  Course Structure
  
  Year 1
  
  Cells and Genes
  Macromolecules and Metabolism
  Quantitative Biology
  Analytical Chemistry
  An Introduction to the Study of Drugs and their Action
  Study Skills for Biologists
  
  Year 2
  
  Molecular Genetics
  Proteins
  Epidemiology
  Pharmacology
  Case Study in Biochemistry
  Analytical Science
  
  Year 3 Sandwich (Optional)
  
  Work Experience
  
  Year 3 Full-time/Year 4 Sandwich
  
  Research Project (double module)
  Molecular Medicine
  Immunology and Cancer
  Biology of Disease
  Enzymes and Metabolic Disease
  
  Also, Medical Biology BSc, Medical Genetics BSc, Microbial Sciences BSc.

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