MSci Medical Biochemistry
Course overview
Medical biochemistry is at the heart of modern medicine. It provides a deeper understanding of the causes and effects of disease and how we develop novel treatments. The 4-year MSci is an advanced undergraduate degree, adding a further research-focused year to a 3-year BSc. This will give students an in-depth knowledge of the fundamental building blocks of all life on Earth. The MSci programme follows the University’s BSc in Medical Biochemistry course, but offers specialist training in a broad range of laboratory techniques. In the additional year, students will develop an extended research project.
In this advanced undergraduate degree, students will learn about the chemical processes that occur within living organisms and study how cells work at the sub-cellular and molecular levels, and gain an in-depth understanding of the biochemical function of living organisms, particularly animals and humans.
They will develop excellent project management skills and learn how to design experiments and plan work programmes.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
- A level - AAB - BBB Chemistry essential, plus at least one other science (usually Biology)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 points to include Higher Level grades in Chemistry, plus at least one other science (usually Biology).
English Language Requirements:
- For applicants whose first language is not English, we require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) and not less than 5.5 in each component.
- Accepted alternatives include PTE and TOEFL iBT.
Scholarships
International Excellence Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded as a discount on tuition fees worth up to £5,000 in the first year of study, with a further £2,000 awarded in Year 2 (for £5,000 awardees only, subject to achieving a 70% average).
Swansea University Sport Scholarship
Financial support (of up to £2000).
Thrive Bursary
The Thrive bursary is a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees for the first year of study, with a progression bursary of £2,000 in subsequent years (applied as a discount off tuition fees).
Up to £4,000
Career opportunities
All of our degrees in Medical Biochemistry open up a range of exciting career opportunities in several fields, including:
- Pharmaceutical development
- Industrial biotechnology
- Diagnostics
- Veterinary sciences
- Doctor
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the MSci Medical Biochemistry course per year is £23,900 for International students.
Admission
To apply for the course, applicants can apply directly to the university through its online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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