Medical Biochemistry/ Medical Biochemistry with Research Placement BSc(Hons) Course info
Your course Biochemistry has played a vital role in the understanding of molecular processes that cause degenerative disease and cancer. Groundbreaking work in this field has led to knowledge of the structure of DNA, RNA and proteins, and holds promise of further breakthroughs in treatment in the future. During these courses you’ll be able to build a firm foundation of knowledge and skills from modules such as biochemistry and the molecular aspects of drug action. As your studies progress, you’ll be able to choose from modules such as epidemiology and public health, immunology and infection or genomics. During lab sessions you’ll also have the chance to gain practical experience using industry standard equipment. In your third year, you can try out your skills for real during a placement in industry or, if you choose Medical Biochemistry with Research Placement BSc(Hons), a supervised research placement. It’s all designed to help get you ready for a successful career beyond graduation.
• Mechanisms and Pathology of Cancer and other Chronic Diseases
Your future Graduates from our Biological Sciences courses can consider a wide range of career options in areas such as medical research, the NHS, molecular sciences, medical genetics and counselling, pharmaceuticals, developing scientific patents, medical sales or marketing, medical writing and teaching. Previous graduates from our courses in this subject area of Biological Sciences have gone on to work in roles such as Microbiologist at CREH Analytical Ltd, Biomedical Scientist at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust, Research Assistant at Leeds Institute of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine, Laboratory Analyst at ALS Environmental Ltd and Healthcare Scientist at Public Health England.*** ***
Graduate Employment Marketing Statistics (GEMS).
“Studying Biological Sciences at the University of Huddersfield gave me the flexibility to choose a course and modules that best suited my interests. My course balanced lectures delivered by passionate experts in their fields with hands-on laboratory sessions and individual learning opportunities. This inspired and prepared me for my career.”
If you do not have the appropriate qualifications for direct entry, you may be able to apply to our Science Extended Degree, see page 12.
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Course length: 3yrs full-time 4yrs inc. placement yr Entry requirements: A Levels/BTEC/UCAS points BBC* inc. B in Chemistry plus C in another relevant Science subject/ DMM in Applied Science**/112 inc. B in Chemistry at A Level 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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Alternatively a BTEC Health and Social Care is acceptable but must be accompanied by another Science A Level at a minimum grade C.
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Example modules • Biochemistry • Research Skills • Physiology
Medical Biochemistry BSc(Hons)
Kate Hamilton graduated from Medical Biochemistry BSc(Hons) in 2018 and is now a Product Testing Analyst at Merck, Sharp and Dohme (MSD).
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Medical Biochemistry with Research Placement BSc(Hons) Course length: 4yrs full-time inc. placement yr Entry requirements: A Levels/BTEC/UCAS points BBB* inc. B in Chemistry and one other relevant Science subject, plus GCSEs Maths and English Language at grade 4/C. BTEC and UCAS points not applicable. The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study, and is a requirement for entry.
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Accreditations Medical Biochemistry is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Medical Biochemistry with Research Placement has advanced accreditation by the Royal Society of Biology.
