ObjectivesUnderstanding controversies in nutrition surrounding the relationship between diet and health requires knowledge of biochemistry. This course is designed to emphasise the close relationship between nutrition and biochemistry and is aimed at those wanting to apply biochemistry to areas in health and agriculture. Flexible module choices allow students to develop their own specialist interests.
Entry requirementsRequired subjects: two A level science subjects (chemistry preferred) and additional A or AS leveel in other subjects IB score: 24-30 (including specified grades in science subjects and English language)
Academic titleBSc Nutritional Biochemistry
Course descriptionBSc Nutritional Biochemistry
Programme
Year one
In the first year you are introduced to the basic principles of nutrition and metabolism. A core programme of modules in biochemistry, genetics and foundation science provides the grounding for studies in subsequent years of the course. Modules in human nutrition and food science present an introduction to the relationship between diet and health.
Year two
You explore diet in relation to diabetes, obesity and coronary heart disease. Optional modules allow students to develop specialist knowledge of biochemistry to supplement studies in nutrition and metabolism.
Year three
The final-year research project provides the main core of activity for this year. Advanced topics in applied biochemistry and metabolism are a major focus for study, whilst modules in human nutrition demonstrate how nutritional biochemistry is of relevance in a health setting.