Course Overview

This course will give you a firm grounding in modern biochemistry, covering a broad range of topics with particular emphasis on how the subject relates to medicine and health issues. You will explore the fundamental biochemical processes of cells and how they are controlled and learn how these processes go wrong in disease states. By understanding the molecular defects in a particular disease, you will learn how scientists and clinicians can work together to design appropriate drugs targeting the affected molecules. There is an emphasis on emerging technologies being used to address critical issues in human health, including gene editing, as well as consideration of the ethical dilemmas of these approaches.

In this course, you will develop a range of skills that employers value, including practical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, as well as gain experience in handling complex information. You will also develop transferable skills in time management, meeting deadlines, giving oral presentations, and working in teams to achieve a goal. In addition, you will have some flexibility to study modules in other biological sciences specialisms, enabling you to apply your knowledge across the boundaries of traditional disciplines and become a valuable and powerful asset in scientific environments and many different walks of life.

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: At least Grade C/4 in both 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

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• 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.