Undergraduate Biochemistry 2020-2021

30 credits

Level 3

Second Term

to become knowledgeable about the fundamental roles played by selected proteins or groups of proteins in the working life of cells, tissues and organisms;
to experience first-hand some of the laboratory procedures that are used to acquire the information learned about in lectures. This will also serve the general function of increasing students’ level of experience in designing and performing laboratory work and in data interpretation

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15 credits

Level 4

First Term

ability to describe using examples the structure of membrane receptors;
understand the various ways in which receptor proteins transmit information from the extra-cellular environment to their intracellular site of action;
describe how cross-talk between different signalling pathways can be achieved;
understand how signalling pathways are structured and compartmentalised within the cell;
understand the scientific methods used to study receptors and signalling pathways;
the role of cell signalling in health and disease

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15 credits

Level 4

First Term

This course presents advanced in-depth insight into the molecular causes of cancer and into stem cell biology;
The course will present fundamental information to understand the molecular basis of cancer along with models describing disease progression;
You will learn how stem cells, a cell type critical for development and function, differ from normal somatic cells;
Based on this biochemical understanding of disease progression practical applications in healthcare will be discussed where appropriate;
The course will prepare you with the abilities to understand the biochemical complexities of human disease.

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60 credits

Level 4

Second Term

Final year Honours projects offer an excellent opportunity to carry out cutting-edge literature or lab-based scientific research
With projects from disciplines throughout the School of Medicine, Medical Science and Nutrition to choose from, this is a opening to follow your interests working with staff and leading researchers
Projects form the zenith of your degree and fosters development of the skills and knowledge gained throughout your degree, as well as heightening analytical and critical thinking abilities
The opportunity to be part of novel, yet-to-be published research projects can be career-defining, and provides experience to prepare you for the future.

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