Biochemistry
BSc | MSci Biochemistry
BSc | MSci Biochemistry and Biological Chemistry
BSc | MSci Biochemistry and Genetics
Single honours
Single honours
Single honours
UCAS: C700 | C703
UCAS: C720 | C721
UCAS: CC47 | CC4R
3 years full-time | 4 years full-time AAB; including chemistry and at least one other science*, plus GCSE maths, 4 or above
3 years full-time | 4 years full-time AAB; including chemistry and one other science subject*, plus GCSE maths, 4 or above
3 years full-time | 4 years full-time AAB; including chemistry and one other science subject*, plus GCSE maths, 4 or above
4; 5/6 in chemistry and another 3 science subject at Higher Level
34; 5/6 in chemistry and another science subject at Higher Level
34; 5/6 in chemistry and another science subject at Higher Level
edical School and University M Park Campus
Medical School and University Park Campus
Medical School and University Park Campus
105 across all biochemistry degrees
105 across all biochemistry degrees
105 across all biochemistry degrees
I nterview not usually required
Interview not usually required
Interview not usually required
* A pass is required in science practical tests, if assessed separately.
Gain a thorough understanding of modern biochemistry, including molecular cell biology, molecular genetics, biotechnology and metabolism. The BSc and MSci courses have a common first and second year, with the possibility to switch between courses at the end of year one or two if you wish. During the first year you will study fundamental aspects of biochemistry, cell biology, molecular genetics and essential chemistry with optional modules in physiology, biology and chemistry. The second year contains more advanced aspects of protein structure, gene structure and function, extracellular signals, metabolism and regulation. You will learn through laboratory classes and modules which develop transferable skills in scientific writing, presentation, interpretation and criticism of scientific data. A major feature of the third year is a project, which you will complete while studying topics such as advanced gene cloning, cancer and other diseases, and life cycles. The MSci includes an additional year of masters-level training, designed for those who wish to pursue a research career.
Royal Society of Chemistry * A pass is required in science practical tests, if assessed separately.
Focus on the chemical side of biochemistry through a course taught jointly with the School of Chemistry. The BSc and MSci courses have the first three years in common. The BSc will give you a sound understanding of biochemistry and biological chemistry, while the four-year MSci course will further develop and extend your research skills. The first year covers fundamental aspects of cell biology, genetics and cellular control, together with essential chemistry. In year two you will cover more advanced aspects of protein structure, gene structure and function, extracellular signals, metabolism and regulation, principles of spectroscopy and stereochemistry and biological inorganic chemistry. The courses also include laboratory classes and advanced modules in gene cloning, biochemistry of cancer and other diseases, bio-organic mechanisms and enzymology. A key feature of the four-year MSci is an extended individual project in biochemistry or chemistry.
* A pass is required in science practical tests, if assessed separately.
Train in both biochemistry and genetics while learning about common areas such as molecular biology, genetic engineering and biotechnology. The BSc and MSci courses have the first two years in common. The BSc will give you a sound understanding of biochemistry and genetics, while the four-year MSci course will further develop and extend your research skills, enabling you to compete for the best postgraduate positions. The course will cover fundamental aspects of cell biology, gene structure and function, genomes and chromosomes and molecular evolution. You will also learn through laboratory classes in analysis of proteins and enzymes, molecular genetics and practical gene cloning, plus a dissertation. A major feature of the four-year MSci is a set of modules exposing you to the latest developments in biochemistry and genetics, which will equip you with the tools to plan and carry out research effectively.
For more detailed course content visit
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nottingham.ac.uk/ugstudy/biochem See page 205 for English language requirements and page 219 for prospectus information