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- Biochemistry and Pharmacology BSc (Hons)
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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
John Anderson Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
22-SEP-25
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
Study with us
Our Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences (SIPBS) is a leading centre for research focused on new medicines, better medicines and better use of medicines
Study how drugs and other chemicals affect the functions of the body and underpins the development of new or improved medicines and the treatment of disease
Develop understanding of the molecular basis of life, and how alteration of these molecular pathways leads to disease processes
This joint Honours degree course combines biochemistry and pharmacology and is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology
Why this course?
Biochemistry is the study of the composition, metabolism and function of biological systems at a molecular level. Biochemistry and the related field of molecular biology provide important advances in understanding the molecular basis of life and its role in the disease process.
Pharmacology is the study of how drugs and other chemicals affect the body in health and disease. This area explores the development of new and improved medicines and the treatment of disease.
Assessment
Knowledge and understanding are assessed by written examinations, essays, presentations and computer-aided learning (CAL) exercises and quizzes, available on our virtual learning environment, Myplace.
Competence is assessed through practical tests, practical write-ups, project reports and CAL exercises and quizzes.
Communication skills are assessed through essays and oral presentations.
Project work is assessed from project reports and oral presentations.
Theres an individual research project in the final year of the course where youll demonstrate research skills, problem-solving and a research approach.
Careers
You could be involved in the development of drugs, food processing, protecting the environment, fighting disease or even slowing down the ageing process.
Our graduates find jobs in the pharmaceutical, biotech and agrochemical industries, hospitals and public service laboratories, environmental centres, analytical and forensic science labs, universities, the scientific civil service and teaching at all levels.
Many students also continue to postgraduate studies and research.
The transferable skills you gain from this course will not only prepare you for a career in science but also areas such as finance, management, marketing, sales, business and media.
Tuition fees
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
A level : BBB
Year 1 entry: BBB (two sciences required, at least one of which must be Biology or Chemistry; GCSE Chemistry and Biology 6/B (if not at A Level); GCSE Maths 6/B, GCSE English Language 6/B or Literature 6/B)Year 2 entry: BBB (Chemistry and Biology, GCSE Maths 6/B, and GCSE English Language 6/B or English Literature 6/B)
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