In Biochemistry, you will learn to apply the principles of the biological and chemical sciences to advance understanding of the molecular basis of life. Biochemistry 3A and 3B build on the Level 2 Life Sciences courses, developing an in-depth understanding of gene expression, protein science, cellular organisation, signalling and metabolism underpinned by a programme of laboratory practicals.

Lectures, laboratory work, tutorials, seminars etc as organised.

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The course will be assessed by means of a 2-hour data analysis examination paper (20%) and a 2-hour essay examination paper (30%) in the April / May diet and in-course assessment (in total 50%) comprising two lab reports (20%), an oral presentation (10%), a poster presentation (10%) and an observed written assignment (10%).

The aim of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to develop skills in practical laboratory techniques, problem solving, critical analysis, interpretation and discussion of factual information and data relevant to modern Biochemistry and improve written and oral communication skills.

By the end of this course students will be able to:

■ Demonstrate a sound and broad understanding of modern biochemistry;

■ Critically evaluate and interpret biochemical data of a numerical, logical or problem solving nature;

■ Apply practical skills in fundamental biochemical techniques and analyse, interpret and communicate results obtained from using these techniques;

■ Communicate ideas effectively in a variety of formats;

■ Critically appraise original scientific literature;

■ Examine and analyse bioinformatics and protein structural information using in silico methods.