Biochemistry has become the foundation for understanding all biological processes. The knowledge and methods developed by biochemists are applied to all fields of medicine, in agriculture and in many chemical and health related industries.
Our exchange programme with the University of Toledo in Ohio, USA has been running for over 25 years. The University of Toledo was named as a top global player when it comes to taking biotechnology research from the laboratory to the world, and has been recognised by the American Society of Landscape Architects as one of the 22 most beautiful landscaped campuses in the United States.
This course will provide you with a sound training and equip you with many of the personal and practical skills you will need for your future career.
It is a flexible course designed to offer you plenty of choice so that you can either study a broad range of topics or specialise in particular areas of biochemistry.
Structure
Year One
In year 1 you will study a range of topics in six modules covering both theory and practice.
Biological Chemistry (20 credits)
The Biological Chemistry module introduces the basics of molecular structure and spectroscopy, the analysis of protein structure, and looks at the energy levels in molecules and (bio)chemical spectroscopy.
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Genetics (20 credits)
This module will help you develop an understanding of genes and genetics, and their influence on evolution and development, and looks at the basic principles of molecular genetics, and the function and evolution of genes in organisms.
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Cell Biology (20 credits)
This module will look at the multi-disciplinary nature of cell biology and the basic structure of cells, focusing on animal cells. It will help you develop a theoretical knowledge of the fundamental physiological and biochemical functions carried out by cells.
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From Molecules to Microbes (20 credits)
This module focuses on the basic principles involved in the build-up of molecules from atoms: the formation, properties and importance of bio-organic molecules, the diverse nature of micro-organisms, their structure, function and importance.
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Biochemical and Pharmaceutical Skills (20 credits)
This module is designed to help you facilitate and develop effective use of laboratory apparatus in the performance of basic techniques, and to develop practical laboratory skills relevant to biology and chemistry.
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Study Skills (20 credits)
In this module you will learn by observation, investigation, comparison and engagement, develop practical learning and presentation methods which can be applied generically during study appropriate to year 1 and beyond as well as an appreciation of Personal Development Planning and effective data handling, calculation and numerical skills.
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Year Two
In year 2 at the University of Toledo, you can choose from a range of modules similar to those offered in year 2 of the degree at Salford.
Biochemistry
Molecular Genetics
Immunology
Cell Biology
Molecular Biology
Human Physiology
Year Three
Biotechnology (20 credits)
This module encourages an awareness of the importance of biotechnology in industry, and develops knowledge of a variety of biochemical processes in a range of important industrial applications.
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Biochemistry of Disease (20 credits)
This module will study the biochemical origins of the biochemical processes that occur in certain motabotic diseases; and the treatment of some diseases and analytical methodologies through practical experimentation of detecting the diseased state.
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Drugs and Disease (20 credits)
Through this module you will develop an understanding of the physical and chemical principles underlying biological activity of selected chemotherapeutic agents and other drugs. You will investigate currently active research areas and to present a coherent analysis of up-to-date knowledge.
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Medical and Public Health Microbiology (20 credits)
In this module you will be introduced to medical and public health microbiology, practical skills; methods of isolation, identification and typing of bacteria from various sources.
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Topics in Human Physiology (20 credits)
The aim of this module is to develop an understanding of selected human physiological systems including the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, and the methodology used to monitor and assess cardiovascular and respiratory function.
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Clinical Immunology (20 credits)
This module looks at mammalian immunological mechanisms, the roles played by T and B cells/Lymphokines in generating an immune response and helps you develop an understanding of the genetics of antibody diversity, HIV pathogenesis and the current immunodiagnostic assays for infectious and non-infectious diseases.
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