Biochemistry

• Compulsory

  Microbiology

  How does microbiology govern our world? In this module you will learn the basic principles of microbiology before exploring the interplay between microbes, ourselves, and the wider environment.

  Cells and Organelles

  Explore the fascinating inner workings of cells, giving you a foundation in areas such as cell biology, molecular biology and biochemistry. 

  Organic Chemistry and the Analytical Approach

  Begin to understand the core principles of organic chemistry from alkanes, alkenes and alkynes, including conjugated alkenes, as well as the importance of analytical chemistry – all accompanied by lots of hands-on laboratory experience.

  Principles of Genetics

  Explore core genetic concepts leading to an understanding of how genetics underlies the biological and molecular traits observed in organisms. 

  Inorganic Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry

• Optional

  Evolution

  Why did sex evolve? Why do we die? What is a species? How can evolutionary medicine help us? This module will provide you with an understanding of how life on earth came to be what it is, from genes to species. Without evolution, nothing in Biology makes sense.

  Human Physiology

  Explore topics including the circulatory system, blood and cardiac and skeletal muscles; the nervous system; reproduction; respiration; the gastro-intestinal system; and the endocrine system.

• Compulsory

  Mass Spectrometry and Protein Bioinformatics

  What is mass spectrometry? How is it useful in biology? How can we use technology to model and predict protein structure? In this module, you will develop a deeper understanding by getting stuck in within our state-of-the-art mass spectrometry facility and using a wide variety of techniques to aid understanding. 

  Metabolism

  Examine the biological processes that allow the 'symphony of life' to occur. Understanding key metabolic concepts will further your understanding of biology itself, from human disease to the flow of energy through ecological systems so will feed in well with the other modules available to study.

  Genetic Analysis

  You'll take a  problem-based approach to understanding modern molecular genetics and genomics of eukaryotes. 

  Protein Biochemistry

  Discover the fundamental biochemistry underpinning protein structure and function in biological systems, including their interaction with other biological macromolecules.

  Cellular Regulation and Biotechnology

  This module will explore the inner workings of the cell, and how our understanding of cell biology can be used in biotechnology. We will consider a range of human, animal, microbial and plant based signalling systems, as well as core techniques.

  50% of the module will be based around a lab based project using fluorescent reporter proteins (e.g. GFP). The module will also support you in reading and critically evaluating research papers.

• Optional

  Molecular Evolution and Genomics

  This module will focus on the big topics in molecular evolution. What do genomes contain and why? How do we build trees from DNA sequences? How can recombination or gene duplication or transposons lead to adaptation? How do we detect selection in the human genome? We'll cover these in theory and in practice with some fascinating examples from nature.

  Biological Basis of Disease

  In this module, you will gain an understanding of the biological, biochemical and genetic basis of several diseases including cancer and cardiovascular diseases.

• Core (select one)

  Final Year Projects

  Show off what you have learned across your degree! Undertake traditional research-based projects with experts in subjects like climate change, or try something a bit different like creating a documentary on shark attacks. Whatever you choose, it will be something that takes pride of place on your CV.

   

  Biology in Education

  Thinking about teaching as a career? Undertake placements in local schools and deliver your own science lesson.

  Microbial Genomics Project

• Compulsory

  Ecotoxicology

  ​Study the impacts of pollutants and ocean acidification on aquatic organisms at the molecular and cellular level.

  Advanced Discussions in Biochemistry

• Optional

  Clinical Biochemistry

  In this module, you will gain knowledge about theoretical and practical aspects of routine clinical biochemistry analysis, including contact with NHS clinical biochemists.

  Human Genetics

  Examine human disease and the underlying genetic causes. Learn about cytogenetics and genetic counselling, as well as the inheritance of recessive and dominant diseases.

  Sensory Physiology of Animals

  Discover the fascinating world of animal communication to learn how sensory systems control behaviour, and how this is applied to and affected by human activity, including climate change.

  Field Studies (Biology)

  Recent students have selected from destinations including a dive-based trip in Malaysia and an exploration of the Atlantic rainforest in Brazil (financial contribution required).

  Concepts in Pharmacology

  Use your knowledge of biochemistry to explore the metabolic and functional fates of xenobiotic compounds, and study the biochemical tools used to assess drug action.

  Cancer Biology

  Gain an understanding of the key concepts in cancer biology. You'll learn how current research impacts diagnosis and treatment of cancer patients.

  Animal Welfare and Ethics

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89%

of students agreed staff were good at explaining things.

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