BSc Biology (Molecular and Cellular)

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University of Huddersfield

Comments about BSc Biology (Molecular and Cellular) - At the institution - Huddersfield - West Yorkshire

• Objectives
  Molecular and cellular biology embraces biochemistry, genetics and cell biology and seeks molecular explanations for life processes. It involves culturing bacteria, plant and animal cells and uses the techniques of cloning, sequencing and modifying genes. It has provided us with recombinant human insulin, an effective hepatitis B vaccine, as well as the technique of DNA fingerprinting used in forensic science. The course aims to enable you to explore advances in this rapidly expanding area of biology, the techniques and concepts behind them and their impact on society. You will develop your technical and scientific competence along with your deductive analytical and communication skills. The course has a modular structure that allows you to follow your own interests. In the final year you will do an extended research project in the laboratory under the supervision of a member of staff.
• Entry requirements
  Entry Requirements Typical points score for entry 200 points. Specific requirements for this course are normally as follows: GCSE passes at grade C or above in Mathematics and English Language plus one of the following: At least one 6-unit award and at least two 3-unit awards, one of which must be a science. BTEC award with a Diploma or Certificate in Science. Successful completion of the Science Foundation year at this university. We assess all applications individually.
• Academic title
  BSc Biology (Molecular and Cellular)
• Course description
  Course Structure
  
  Year 1
  
  Cells and Genes
  Macromolecules and Metabolism
  Chemical and Physical Principles of Biology
  Quantitative Biology
  Study Skills for Biologists
  Option
  
  Year 2
  
  Cell Biology
  Molecular Genetics
  Genetic Systems
  Proteins
  Option
  Case Study in Molecular Biology
  
  Year 3 Sandwich (Optional)
  
  Work Experience
  
  Year 3 Full-time/Year 4 Sandwich
  
  Research Project (double module)
  Immunology and Cancer
  Genetic Engineering
  Bioinformatics
  Option

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