BSc Chemistry with Biochemistry (F1C7)
The Chemistry with Biochemistry programme provides a solid foundation in chemistry (physical, inorganic and organic) and at the same time an understanding of the basic principles of biochemistry, in particular molecular concepts of complex biological systems. Thus you will gain a real understanding of chemical concepts, their key role in understanding how nature works at a fundamental level and also their applications in modern biosciences and biotechnology.
The ‘Chemistry with Biochemistry’ degree is recognised by the Royal Society of Chemistry (external link).
Programme structure
A uniquely designed programme, reflecting the core interdisciplinary strengths of SBCS and interfacing the fundamental knowledge and skills of both chemistry and biochemistry. An excellent foundation for future employment.
Year 1
Required Modules – Essential skills for chemists , Atomic, molecular and ionic structure, Elements of physical chemistry, Foundations of organic chemistry, Heredity and gene action, Basic biochemistry, Kinetics and coordination chemistry, Organic functional group chemistry.
Year 2
Required Modules – Constructing organic molecules, Membrane biochemistry, Techniques for biological and chemical sciences, Chemistry of biological molecules, Molecules from first principles, Transition metal chemistry.
Options – Animal physiology, Genes and bioinformatics, Metabolic pathways.
Year 3
Required Modules – Contemporary inorganic chemistry, Synthesis of pharmaceutically active molecules, Molecules and ions at interfaces, Topics in biological chemistry, Advanced experimental chemistry and either Project skills in chemistry or Chemistry project or Biochemistry research project.
Options – Endocrine physiology and biochemistry, Membrane proteins, Molecular basis of disease, Enzyme catalysis, Functional genomics and epigenetics, Protein structure, folding and assemblies.
Entry requirements
- Normally 300 points at A2 level
- Grade B in A2 Chemistry is required;
- AVCE Applied Science is not accepted;
- A2 Mathematics is desirable;
- International Baccalaureate: 32 points overall, must include Chemistry (HL) and two
other subjects to be specified (HL or SL) with grade 5 - For more information on entry requirements visit the SBCS general entry requirement page.