Medical Biochemistry with Research Placement BSc(Hons)
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH
Course overview
Curious about the molecular processes that cause cancer and degenerative disease? Looking to play a part in developing revolutionary new drugs and disease treatments? This Medical Biochemistry with Research Placement BSc(Hons) course can help you realise your passions.
Study with us and you could have the opportunity to make contributions in medical research especially, the pharmaceutical industry, and wider areas of healthcare. The top five job titles advertised in the UK for graduate roles associated with courses in this subject area are Laboratory Technicians, Biochemists, Laboratory Assistants, Medical Sales Representatives and Clinical Technologists.* *Lightcast data extracted from Graduate Career Explorer – job postings from Dec 2023 to Nov 2024 showing jobs advertised associated with a selection of relevant graduates. You’ll gain a firm foundational knowledge in the molecular and cellular aspects of biology and the principles of drug action.
In addition to learning theory, you’ll gain practical hands-on experience in the labs in our new £18.2 million Applied Sciences facilities. Some of the core modules you’ll study on this course include:
Key highlights
- Research placement year built into the four-year programme
- Covers molecular and cellular processes behind cancer and degenerative disease
- Study the principles of drug action and treatment development
- Hands-on lab work in new £18.2 million Applied Sciences facilities
- Prepares students for medical research and the pharmaceutical industry
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBB-BBC — to include including a minimum grade B in Chemistry and one of the following relevant Science subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Psychology
- UCAS tariff points: 112-120 — …Level study and is a requirement for entry to our degree course. 120-112 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including a minimum grade B in A Level Chemistry and one of the following relevant…
- T-level: Merit — Merit in T Level in Science including a grade B in A Level Chemistry and one other relevant Science subject.
- GCSE: 4 or above — to include English Language, Mathematics
Scholarships
Merit-based Scholarships
At the University of Huddersfield, we recognise academic excellence by offering a merit-based scholarship of up to £4,000 to international students for a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Careers this course leads to
- Laboratory Technician
- Biochemist
- Laboratory Assistant
- Medical Sales Representative
- Clinical Technologist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 | International: £17,600
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Huddersfield, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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