StudyQA — Bachelor: Biochemistry — Lancaster University

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Biochemistry examines the structure and function of living organisms at the molecular level. It is an exciting and rapidly developing subject and the primary investigative science within biology and medicine. Our flexible Biochemistry degree provides students with core modules in Biochemistry and Chemistry coupled to a solid background in other related fields.

The first year of your Biochemistry degree involves core modules such as Protein Biochemistry, Cell Structure and Function, and Genetics – all designed to give you a good overview of key modern biochemical concepts. However, at the same time, the first year of your degree still permits flexibility as you will also be able to choose an additional four modules from any of the Bioscience subjects on offer.

In the second year of your course, you’ll focus on a range of Biochemistry modules, including Cell Biology and Medical Microbiology, as well as some more practically oriented modules designed to equip you with the laboratory skills and knowledge required by a successful biochemist.

During your degree, you’ll conduct your own laboratory-based project where you’ll benefit from the research experience of our internationally renowned academic staff.

You have the flexibility to tailor your final year to your biochemical interests and can select from a diverse range of subjects including Cell Signalling, Cancer, Biology of Ageing, and Neurobiology.

Year 1

Core

Biotechnology
Cell Structure and Function
Chemistry of the Elements
Experimental Design and Data Analysis
Genetics
Impact of Microbes
Molecules of Life
Organic Reactivity and Mechanism
Protein Biochemistry
Skills in Biomedical and Life Sciences
Thermodynamics of Chemical Processes

Year 2

Core

Biochemical Techniques
Biochemistry
Cell Biology
Cell Biology Techniques
DNA Technology
Genetics
Medical Microbiology
Microbiological Techniques

Year 3

Core

Molecular and Biochemical Parasitology
Protein Biochemistry
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Optional

Biology of Ageing
Cancer
Cell Cycle and Stem Cells
Cell Signalling 1
Cell Signalling, Transport and Disease
Clinical Immunology
Environmental Pathogens
Ethics in Biomedicine
Genetics
Medical Genetics
Neurobiology
Tropical Diseases

Requirements

A Level AAA-AAB including Chemistry and one other science subject
International Baccalaureate 36-35 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 Higher Level subjects including 6 in Higher Level Chemistry and one other science subject
The Attestat is not sufficient for entry; applicants must complete an additional qualification such as a Foundation Year.
A range of Advanced/Higher Level subjects, including Chemistry and one other science from Biology, Computing, Environmental Science, Geography, Human Biology, Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology is required for entry.
GCSE Mathematics (B); English Language (C)
IELTS 6.5 (with at least 6.0 in each component)