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    Biochemistry (with foundation year) BSc (Hons)
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    Biochemistry (with foundation year) BSc (Hons)

    Nottingham Trent University

    Nottingham Trent University

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    United Kingdom, Nottingham

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    593

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Bachelor

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    C703  

    Campuses

    Clifton Campus

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

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    Duration 4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 17,500  / year

    Biochemistry (with foundation year) BSc (Hons)

    About

    Introduction:

    During the foundation year, you will develop core bioscience and study skills using an active and collaborative approach to your learning. This will build your skills and knowledge before moving onto BSc (Hons) Biochemistry in Year Two. You’ll study diseases alongside drug development, biological tools and genetically modified products – all the skills you’ll need to become a professional biochemist. We also give you lots of opportunities to apply your skills in our state-of-the-art labs, so you’ll be a confident, work-ready graduate.

    Biochemistry is the chemistry of life and on this course we bring it off the page. You’ll not only discover how this subject is vital to humanity, but even play a part in applying it to global challenges. Your journey will start with discovery of disease at a molecular level – preventing, diagnosing and treating – before looking at drug development, biological tools and genetically modified products. We show you how this fascinating subject can be applied in everyday life in from diabetes to cancer.

    There‘s no substitute for doing it yourself, so that’s why we give you lots of chances to apply your skills in our labs so you’re a confident, work-ready graduate.

    If you change your mind at the end of your foundation year you can transfer onto one of our other BSc Bioscience courses at NTU.

    Why study Biochemistry at NTU?

    Get industry experience

    Through group work and the Practical Techniques for Biology and Molecular Bioscience in Practice modules, you’ll develop problem-solving skills by testing and learning. These are valuable skills for any graduate to have and we make sure you get this experience right from the start of your course. We’ve also embedded employability skills in the course, so you are not only learning theory and skills, but you know where to find your dream job and how to apply for it.

    Alongside your course, our Biochemistry Cafe programme runs throughout the year. You’ll get to take part in biochemistry-focused employability workshops and job fairs – another chance to boost your skills before graduation.

    Meet our staff

    Whether your interest is working in research or in the industry we have experienced teaching and technical staff from a wide range of backgrounds. They’ll be teaching you the latest thinking in biochemistry and their contacts help us secure guest speakers and support you in finding great placement opportunities.

    In your final year, you’ll work on an individual research project. You’ll work closely with a member of staff and your project will be linked to their research area. This means you’ll be getting a real experience of research in practice which will look great on your CV.

    • You’ll create a skills portfolio where you’ll keep evidence of the techniques and skills you’ve mastered. It'll help you to document your skills and they are a valuable tool when you graduate too, as they can show employers you are ready to work in a professional environment.

    Course accreditation

    Professional accreditation
    The Royal Society of Biology have accredited this course. Accreditations are a seal of approval from professional bodies and our assurance to you that your course is relevant and valued by industry.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    • 72 UCAS Tariff points from three A-levels or equivalent

    International qualifications

    We accept qualifications from all over the world – check yours here:

    English language entry requirements

    You can meet our language requirements by successfully completing our pre-sessional English course for an agreed length of time, or by submitting the required grade in one of our accepted English language tests, such as IELTS:

    Undergraduate preparation courses (Foundation)

    If you don’t yet meet our entry requirements, we offer Foundation courses through our partner Nottingham Trent International College (NTIC), based on our City Campus:

    Advanced standing (starting your undergraduate degree in year 2 or 3)

    You may be able to start your undergraduate course in year 2 or 3 based on what you have studied before. This decision would be made in accordance with our Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer Policy.

    Would you like some advice on your study plans?

    Our international teams are highly experienced in answering queries from students all over the world. We also have members of staff based in Vietnam, China, India and Nigeria and work with a worldwide network of education counsellors.

    English Program Requirements

    Career

    Careers and employability

    Your career development

    Students on this course will be well placed to pursue entry level posts in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry and the majority of biological science-related disciplines.

    Our recent graduates have secured roles at companies including:

    • ADC Biotechnology
    • Eurofins
    • Nottingham City Hospital
    • Nova Laboratory
    • Severn Trent Services

    They have gone into a wide variety of job roles including:

    • Sample Registration Technician
    • Medical Laboratory Assistant
    • Biochemist
    • Laboratory Technician

    You will also have the option to undertake further study after you graduate. You could undertake one of our Masters-level courses or MPhil and PhD research degrees.

    Our graduate salaries range from £16,000 - £30,000 per year.

    Excellent placement opportunities

    Top 10 for the number of Biosciences students on year-long placements (HESA 2021/22)

    NTU is one of the most employment-focused universities. Increasingly, employers want to recruit graduates who have real-world work experience. That’s why all of our courses, across every subject area, offer you a work experience opportunity. Our experts help build and support your future with a range of career programmes and events.

    On this course, after your second year, you will have the opportunity to take a year's work placement (sandwich placement). This will give you the chance to gain vital experience and put your knowledge into practice. You're also twice as likely to secure a graduate job within six months if you take a work placement.

    Our recent students have taken placements across a wide range of companies including the NHS, National Institute of Medical Research and The Health Protection Agency. They secured varied roles such as Associate Practitioner, Research and Development Intern and Laboratory Classroom Assistant.

    You'll be supported and assessed throughout your placement year and will write a reflective report and diary at the end of your placement. When you successfully complete your placement, you will be eligible to receive an additional award of a Diploma in Professional Practice.

    Find out more about work placements.

    NTU Enterprise

    You'll also have the opportunity to turn your ideas into a viable business with help from NTU Enterprise, NTU's purpose-built Centre for Entrepreneurship and Enterprise, a support centre to help students create, develop and grow their own businesses.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    GBP 17,500 

    Application Fee

    GBP  
    Nottingham Trent University

    Biochemistry (with foundation year) BSc (Hons)

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