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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Main Site
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
22-SEP-25
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
Curious about the molecular processes that cause cancer and degenerative disease? Looking to play a part in developing revolutionary new drugs and disease treatments? This Medical Biochemistry BSc(Hons) course can help you realise your passions. Study with us and you could have the opportunity to make contributions in medical research, the pharmaceutical industry, and wider areas of healthcare. On this course, you鈥檒l gain a firm foundational knowledge in the molecular and cellular aspects of biology and the principles of drug action. In addition to learning theory, you鈥檒l gain practical hands-on experience in the labs in our new 拢18.2-million facilities. You鈥檒l also be gaining real-world experience by participating in an optional supervised work placement in your area of interest, available after your second year. This placement year allows you to put your knowledge and skills to the test at sites in the UK or abroad.
Why Study Medical Biochemistry BSc(Hons) at University of Huddersfield?You鈥檒l be learning from the best, as the University of Huddersfield has been rated Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023. Not only that, but our teaching staff rank in the top three in England for the proportion who hold doctorates (HESA 2022).
Professional BodiesThis course is also accredited by the Royal Society of Biology and accreditation is reviewed on a regular basis. As a student on this course, you鈥檒l be able to apply for undergraduate membership of the Biochemical Society and The Physiological Society (UK). You鈥檒l also be eligible for student affiliate membership of the Royal Society of Biology and upon successful graduation be eligible to apply for one year associate membership, this can help open up networks at a crucial time when applying for jobs.
Why Huddersfield?Huddersfield鈥檚 vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area.
Application deadline
29 January
Tuition fees
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拢 17,600per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
Entry requirements
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
A level : BCC - BBC
including a grade B in Chemistry, plus C in another relevant Science subject. The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course.
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University information
University of Huddersfield
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University League Table
65th
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Campus address
University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield, Kirklees, HD1 3DH, England
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24th out of 83 2
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Entry standards
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Graduate prospects
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Student satisfaction
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