Course summary
You'll be studying an MSc in Advanced Biochemistry at the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences that's a leading centre for research focused on developing new medicines, better medicines and better use of medicines. Advanced Biochemistry (MSc) has a special focus on how cells work at molecular level. Together with the related field of molecular biology, biochemistry provides important advances in understanding the molecular basis of life, and how alteration or disruption of these molecular pathways leads to disease processes.
Modules
Essential Skills and Employability for Masters Students; Entrepreneurship; Advanced Techniques in Biomedical Research 1&2; Postgraduate Studies in Advanced Biochemistry; Advanced Topics in Biomedical Research; Research Project; In Vivo Biology; Drug Discovery; Postgraduate Studies in Haematology; Postgraduate Studies in Clinical Biochemistry.
Assessment method
Assessment of taught classes is through multiple choice tests, computer quizzes, problem-solving scenarios, poster and oral presentations, essays, and formal written exams. The laboratory project is assessed through a written thesis.
Entry requirements
Minimum second class honours degree or international equivalent in a biological or chemical discipline. You must have an English language minimum score of IELTS 6.0 (with no component below 5.5).
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9050 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9050 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9050 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9050 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9050 | Year 1 |
| International | £22400 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For information on tuition fees, additional costs and funding for this programme, please view the programme details on the University of Strathclyde website.
Sponsorship information
https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/
Provider information
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ