University of York

University of York

Master of Biochemistry Honours in Biochemistry

The Master of Biochemistry Honours in Biochemistry in Biology is offered by University of York.

Program Length: 4 YEARS.

Master of Biochemistry Honours in Biochemistry offered by the University of York

Prepare to be a biochemist by reaching new frontiers - understand how chemical compounds form living organisms, and grasp the fundamental, physical nature of life itself.


Biochemistry sits at the boundary between the physical and life sciences. It concerns the molecular basis of health and disease, contributing to the discovery of new medicines, the growth of biotechnology, and the feeding of a growing population.

You will learn how knowledge of DNA sequences and appreciation of the structure and function of proteins is enabling us to better understand how living systems work, guiding the design of drugs to combat disease, and the engineering of biomolecules to enhance industrial processes. The integrated Masters course focuses on skills you'll need as a research scientist. You'll develop specialised research techniques and gain experience in a cutting-edge research lab.  

You’ll work in the Departments of Biology and Chemistry and experience the excellent facilities for teaching and research in both. The University of York’s Structural Biology Laboratory (YSBL), a group of researchers who explore biochemical questions, has been awarded a prestigious Queen's Anniversary Prize. The prizes are the highest national honour awarded in UK Further and Higher Education and are granted by the Queen every two years.

Accreditation
All of our undergraduate courses are accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. As a graduate, you will meet in-part the academic and experience requirement for membership and chartered biologist (CBiol).

Course content
This is a flexible and modular course which offers you choices in what you can study. You will take 120 credits each year that you are based within the University. There is the option to spend an additional year in industry or a year in Europe as part of this course. If you do not go away for a year, you will continue to progress through your studies within the University.

Year 1
Stage 1 (the first year) consists of core modules which are designed to give you an excellent basis on which to build your future studies and develop your interests.​

In a typical week you will have around 25 hours of contact time, typically six or seven lectures, two or three practicals, a skills workshop and a tutorial. You will also spend time on independent study, consolidating information from lectures and practicals and preparing work for tutorials.

Core modules
Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (20 credits)
Biochemical Skills (20 credits)
Genetics (10 credits)
Microbiology (10 credits)
Cell and Developmental Biology (10 credits)
Foundation Chemistry for Biochemists I (20 credits)
Foundation Chemistry for Biochemists II (30 credits)
Academic integrity module
In addition to the above you will also need to complete our online Academic Integrity module.

Year 2
Core modules
You will undertake the following core modules:

Laboratory and Professional Skills for Bioscientists II (20 credits)
Small group tutorials (10 credits)
Biochemical Reactions and Interactions (20 credits)
Protein Architecture and Action (10 credits)
Choose at least two from:

Cell Biology (20 credits)
Synthetic Logic for Biochemistry (20 credits)
Food and Fuel (20 credits)
Molecular Genetics and Development (20 credits)
Genome Expression and Maintenance (20 credits)
Option modules
Neuroscience (20 credits)
Immunology and Infection (20 credits)

Year 3
Core modules
Data Analysis (20 credits)
Group Research Project (20 credits)
The Research Project is your chance to investigate a topic relevant to your interests from a wide range of projects across the Department.

You'll receive supervision from the project director and often work as part of a research group, giving you hands-on experience of a real research environment. At the end of the project you will produce a 4,000-6,000 word project report, give a presentation on the topic and produce a poster.

Option modules
You will also choose four 20-credit option modules. Option modules offered may vary from year to year.

You will choose at least two modules from the following:

Advanced Topics in Molecular Biology (20 credits)
Molecular Recognition (20 credits)
Molecular Machinery in Action (20 credits)
Chemistry and Disease (20 credits)
Advanced Topics in Biotechnology (20 credits)
You will then choose your remaining modules (up to two) from the following:

Genes and Development (20 credits)
Cancer, Cell and Molecular Biology (20 credits)
Advanced Topics in Neuroscience (20 credits)
Advanced Topics in Microbiology (20 credits)
Ageing and Regenerative Medicine (20 credits)
Specialised Topics in Infection and Immunity (20 credits)

Year 4
Core modules
Research project (80 credits)
Research process (20 credits)
Research skills (20 credits) 



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