MSci Biochemistry (C701)
2018 entry
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UCAS code | C701 |
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Application method | UCAS/Common Application |
Course duration | 4 year(s) full-time |
Tuition fees |
Fees quoted are for 2018 entry only. Fees for 2019 will be confirmed, subject to government approval, later in 2018.
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Location of course | Clifton campus |
Part-time study | Part-time study is not available for this course |
Number of applicants accepted for 2016/17 | This course was new for entry in 2017 and this data is not yet available. |
About MSci Biochemistry
The centrepiece of the Biochemistry MSci is an extended research project that allows you to develop in-depth expertise in your area of specialism and acquire the skills required to embark on a research career. Like our related BSc programme, the MSci programme covers all the major aspects of biochemistry, with an emphasis on cutting edge research.
The first two years of the MSci are identical to the BSc. In year one, you will study biochemistry and biological chemistry, and choose from a wide selection of optional units. As a second year student you will study biochemistry, molecular genetics, and another unit of your choice. You will also receive training in transferable and employability skills.
In your third year you will learn about a range of advanced topics in biochemistry and cell biology, and participate in a laboratory-based research training unit where you will develop the skills needed to define and solve research problems. This prepares you for a research-intensive fourth year, where you will spend up to 16 weeks on an individual research project under the supervision of one of our research group leaders.
A 'Science and Society' unit will help you understand the context in which scientific research is undertaken, and you will complete your studies by choosing two advanced options from Synthetic Biology, Cell Biology of Development and Disease, and Protein Assemblies and Molecular Machines.
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Typical offer for MSci Biochemistry - applicants must meet one of the following
A-level Standard offer |
AAA with A in Chemistry and A in another science/maths subject or A*AB with A in Chemistry and B or above in another science/maths subject |
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A-level Contextual offer What is a contextual offer? | AAC with AA in Chemistry and another science/maths subject or ABB with A in Chemistry and B in another science/maths subject |
International Baccalaureate Diploma Standard offer |
36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 6, 6 at Higher Level in Chemistry and a science/mathematics subject |
International Baccalaureate Diploma Contextual offer What is a contextual offer? |
32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level, including 6, 6 at Higher Level in Chemistry and a science/mathematics subject |
Cambridge Pre-U offer | Requirements are as for A-levels, where Grade A* is D2, A is D3, B is M2, and C is M3 |
Access to HE Diploma offer | Pass Access to HE Diploma (Science) with 30 credits at Distinction, including at least 12 credits in Chemistry and 12 credits in one other science or Mathematics, and 15 credits at Merit. Higher Mathematics is recommended, and is required for those without GCSE Mathematics at A or A* |
BTEC offer | DDD In Applied Science plus A-level grade A in Chemistry |
Scottish Qualifications Authority offer | Advanced Higher: AA including Chemistry and another Science/ Maths subject, and Standard Higher: AAAAB |
Welsh Baccalaureate offer | Requirements are as for A-levels where you can substitute a non-subject specific grade for the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate at that grade. |
European Baccalaureate offer | 85% overall with 8.5 in Chemistry and 8.5 in one other science or Mathematics |
International qualifications | Accepted international qualifications |
Specified subjects
Accepted science/mathematics subjects include Physics, Biology, Human Biology, Mathematics or Further Mathematics
Applicants must also meet these requirements
GCSE profile requirements | Profile: Higher numeracy requirement (B in GCSE Maths or equivalent) and Standard literacy requirement (C in GCSE English or equivalent) Further information about GCSE requirements and profile levels. |
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English language requirements | If English is not your first language, you need to meet this profile level: Profile E Further information about English language requirements and profile levels. |
How we assess your application
Admissions statements relate to 2018 entry and will be updated for 2019 entry in summer 2018.
Deferred entry
For this course deferred entry is: Welcomed
Selection process
UCAS or Common Application
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