
Overview
Key Facts about the Medical Biochemistry (Hons) program offered by University of Huddersfield
The course helps open up all kinds of opportunities in medical research, the pharmaceutical industry and wider areas of healthcare. When it comes to our understanding of the molecular processes that cause degenerative disease and cancer, biochemistry has played a truly vital role. It is groundbreaking work in this field that has led to our knowledge of the structure of DNA, RNA and proteins and that holds the promise of further breakthroughs in treatment in the future.
- This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.
- During this course you’ll be able to build your own knowledge and skills to develop a firm foundation in the molecular and cellular aspects of biology and the principles of drug action.
- As your studies with us progress, you’ll begin to focus on disease processes in modules such as epidemiology and pharmacology, paving the way for investigating more advanced topics such as molecular medicine and metabolic disease in your final year.
- You will focus not only on theory, but will also gain practical, hands-on experience. In the lab sessions you’ll be able to get to grips with modern, scientific equipment and in your third year you can choose to try out your skills for real during a supervised work placement. It’s all designed to help get you ready for a successful career beyond graduation.
- As a student on this course you’ll be able to apply for undergraduate membership of the Biochemical Society and The Physiological Society (UK). You’ll 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.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Biochemistry
- Physiology: Structure and Function
- Analytical Science
- Research Skills
- Organic Chemistry
- Molecular Biology
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
360-480
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Disciplines
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Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
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- BBC-BCC at A Level 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.
- 112-104 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including a grade B in Chemistry at A Level, plus C in another relevant Science subject.
- Merit at T Level in Science including a grade B in A Level Chemistry or Biology.
- DMM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science.
- Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above to include modules in relevant science subjects.
- 112-104 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications which should include relevant science subjects.
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International
16000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16000 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 36 months.
Placement year:
National: £1,000
International: £3,000
Living costs for Huddersfield
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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