MSci Biochemistry and Biotechnology (integrated masters) including placement year

University of Essex
Undergraduate (Integrated Masters) 4+ Year Degree MSci Full-time 5 Years Materials science and engineering

A-Level Entry

ABB - BBB

UCAS Points

120 - 128 points

About this course

With over 100 years of staggering advances in the field, the time to study biochemistry and biotechnology is now. At Essex, you’ll have the opportunity to explore how the processes of life function at molecular level and learn how biotechnology is addressing real-world problems and challenges.

The subjects of biochemistry and biotechnology are continually expanding, and our curriculum constantly evolves to reflect the latest findings and their applications. You’ll learn in a friendly and supportive atmosphere and benefit from a research-led education, taught by world-leading experts at the forefront of their fields.

At Essex, we specialise in structure-function relationships of biomolecules and use computational approaches and bioinformatics to complement our research. You’ll find that our course has a very high proportion of practical work that provides valuable experience for your career and our research-led teaching addresses the latest challenges and breakthroughs. Topics include:

  • Molecular enzymology

  • Neurodegeneration

  • Structural biology

  • Bioenergetics

  • Metabolism

    You’ll also learn about and appraise the approaches that can be used to address the challenges facing our planet, including:

  • The development of biofuels, pharmaceuticals and crops to support and feed the growing human population

  • Industrial, plant and medical biotechnology

  • Gene and protein technology

  • Synthetic biology

  • Bioinformatics

    With our Integrated Masters you’ll be able to fast track your degree and complete your final year in nine months compared to a regular MSc which usually takes twelve months. The course will cover key skills in biochemistry and biotechnology and provide you with the knowledge, understanding and hands-on experience required in this rapidly growing area of technology.

    When you combine your undergraduate and postgraduate study in one degree you’ll be equipped with a strong theoretical background, specialist expertise through independent research and practical insights into current commercial applications. This combination makes graduates from our course attractive candidates for many employers.

    Visit our biochemistry subject page for more information and content.

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades ABB - BBB
    UCAS Tariff Points 120 - 128 points
    BTEC DDM

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1121 Production managers and directors in manufacturing
    2111 Chemical scientists
    3115 Quality assurance technicians
    3111 Laboratory technicians
    2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
    2129 Engineering professionals

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    A-Levels

    BBB

    UCAS Points

    112 - 120 points

    Avg. Salary

    £24,000

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Master of Science - MSci
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    5 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Colchester
    Scheme
    Undergraduate (Integrated Masters)
    Subjects
    Materials science and engineering

    Offered by

    University of Essex

    Colchester

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