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BSc Medical Biochemistry

University of Leicester ( Navitas ), United Kingdom
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Course Overview

Our 'Careers After Biological Sciences' series of lectures features Leicester graduates giving insights into their career experiences and good advice for finding jobs. In the summer vacation between Years 2 and 3, a range of internal research placements is available in research labs, allowing you to develop your scientific skills. We run bespoke bioscience careers events in the summer term each year based on what our students tell us about their career intentions. As a student in the School of Biological Sciences, you are welcome to attend seminars in any department presented by national and international experts in biosciences. This allows you to enhance your knowledge and get valuable insights into current topics.

General Eligibility

A-levels: AAB - ABB, including at least two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. We may consider two AS-levels in place of one A-level. General Studies not accepted.

EPQ with A-levels: ABB-BBB + EPQ grade B. A-level subjects to include two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. General Studies not accepted.

GCSE: Grade C/4 in English and Maths (if not held at A2/AS-level).

Access to HE Diploma: Pass Science diploma with 45 credits at level three, 30 of which must be at distinction

International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 30 points to include grades 6 and 5 in at least two relevant HL science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. A minimum of 3 in HL Maths or 4 in SL Maths is required if a grade of C/4 is not held at GCSE. A minimum of 4 in the English Language is required if grade C/4 is not held at GCSE.

BTEC Nationals: Pass Applied Science Diploma with D*DD plus five GCSEs at B/5 or above, including two relevant sciences

T Levels: Distinction in Science (with an Occupational Specialism in Laboratory technician)

Part Time Work Details

Twenty hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Modules

  • The Molecules of Life: An Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (double module)

  • The Cell: An Introduction to Cell Biology and Microbiology (double module)

  • From Individuals to Populations: An Introduction to Genetics

  • Multicellular Organisation: An Introduction to Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience (dual module)

  • Medical Bioscience

2 Year 2

Core modules

  • Applications of Medical Biochemistry

  • Research Topic

  • Biochemistry of Nucleic Acids

Option modules

  • Molecular Cell Biology*

  • Genomes

  • Physiology and Pharmacology

  • Physiology of Excitable Cells

  • Principles of Microbiology

  • Medical Microbiology

  • Then choose three option modules from:

  • Protein Control in Cellular Regulation*

  • Bioinformatics *

  • Contemporary Techniques in Biological Data Analysis

  • Exercise Physiology and Pharmacology

  • Genes, Development and Inheritance

  • Immunology and Eukaryotic Microbiology

  • Immunology and Eukaryotic Microbiology (with science enterprise trip)

  • Behavioural Neurobiology

  • Neurobiology and Animal Behaviour

3 Year 3

Core modules

  • Gene Expression: Molecular Basis and Medical Relevance

  • Biochemical Mechanisms of Human Disease

Option modules

  • Structural Biology*

  • Evolutionary Genetics

  • Molecular and Cellular Immunology

  • Human Genetics

  • Molecular and Cellular Pharmacology

  • Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience

  • Comparative Neurobiology

  • Microbial Biotechnology

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.5
  • TOEFL93
  • PTE65
  • Duolingo89

IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to prove your English ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard.

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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