Biochemistry (with integrated foundation year)

.This course includes an integrated foundation year.
At Aberystwyth University, the Biochemistry degree places special emphasis on the practical skills required by employers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. During your studies, you will explore the techniques that have revolutionised the study of cell biology, biological chemistry, metabolism and molecular genetics, through expert tuition in scientific protocol and hands-on lab work. You will also work on tasks designed to emulate the requirements of professional practice in biochemistry.
You will examine the structure and functions of the molecules that make up a cell and understand the way in which they interact in living processes. Our lecturers are active researchers, with first-hand experience of drug discovery, the investigation of diagnostic techniques, active synthesis of compounds and more.
As a graduate of this degree, you will have developed the skill set needed to work safely and independently in both research and industrial laboratory environments. As such, you will be well prepared for careers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Many of our graduatesalso follow careers in education or pursue further studies at Masters or PhD level.

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A Levels Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed Level 3 qualifications (e.g. A-Levels or BTEC diploma) in subject areas other than biological science, and to mature-aged candidates who have the required GCSEs, experience and motivation.

GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4):

(minimum grade C/4): English or Welsh, Mathematics and Science

BTEC National Diploma:

Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed the Extended Level 3 BTEC diploma in subject areas other than biological science, or who have taken a BTEC certificate or diploma in any subject, and to mature-aged candidates who have the required GCSE subjects, experience and motivation.

International Baccalaureate:

Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed an international baccalaureate in subject areas other than higher level biological science, and to mature-aged candidates who have the required GCSE subjects (or equivalent), experience and motivation.

European Baccalaureate:

Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed the European Baccalaureate in subject areas other than 4p biological science and to mature-aged candidates who have the required GCSE subjects (or equivalent), experience and motivation.