MSci (Hons) Biochemistry

Explore the fundamental processes of life at a cellular level, from simple existence to the coordination of billions of living cells. 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.

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, youll develop a broad understanding of biochemistry, its methodology and some of its most intriguing applications. Youll get to choose optional modules in bacteriology, biodiversity, neuroscience and virology. In your third year, youll select five optional modules, exploring topics such as genetics, immunology, pharmacology, systems biology and toxicology. Youll also complete a research project, bringing together all the practical, analytical and presentation skills youve developed. Previous students have had their work published in top-tier journals, including the European Journal of Neuroscience, the Journal of Virology and Sleep.

A-level Overall: BSc (Hons): BBB. Required subjects: Biology or Chemistry at grade B and a second science or Mathematics. Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass. MSci (Hons): ABB. Required subjects: Biology or Chemistry and a second science or Mathematics. Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass. Please note: A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted. GCSE or equivalent: English Language at Grade C(4) and Mathematics at Grade C(4) (or equivalent). Applicants must have achieved these grades at the time of making their application. Foundation year: A-level CCC (or equivalent) to include one Science A-level. GCSE or equivalent: English Language and Mathematics at grade C(4) (or equivalent). International Baccalaureate Overall: BSc (Hons): 32 MSci (Hons): 33 Required subjects (for both BSc and MSci): HL5/SL6 in Biology or Chemistry and a second science or Mathematics. GCSE or equivalent: English and Maths HL4/SL4. Applicants must have achieved these grades at the time of making their application. IELTS Academic - 6.5 Overall with 6.0 in Writing and 5.5 in each other element. TOEFL iBT - 88 Overall with Reading 18, Listening 17, Speaking 20, Writing 19.