BSc (Hons) Biochemistry Bachelor's degree at Sheffield Hallam University

This module uses physiological examples to explain biochemical and genetic concepts. You'll focus on the genetic, cellular and molecular regulation of the human body – and their impact on physiological function. You'll study topics such as: Intracellular communication and biochemical and physiological changes, Investigating the structure and function of the genome of an organism, Using in vitro and in silico tools, How genomic changes can affect physiology function, The consequence of genetic mu

Assessment: Coursework ( 100% )

This module develops the fundamental professional and practical skills you'll need as a scientist. You'll learn through seminars, workshops, tutorials and practical classes. You'll study topics such as: Identifying and using appropriate information sources and technologies, The application of mathematics to scientific data, Effective communication, Consideration of ethical issues around the mini project, Awareness and development of employability, Fundamental practical training, Creativity and p

Assessment: Coursework ( 100% )

This module develops your knowledge and understanding of the core bioscience concepts and fundamental processes of biochemistry, cellular and molecular biology, microbiology, anatomy, physiology and genetics. You'll also explore the underpinning knowledge of basic organic and physical of chemistry, learning from seminars and tutors. You'll study topics such as: Structure, chemical and biological functions, Carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, proteins, enzymes, DNA and RNA, Structure and function

Assessment: Coursework ( 50% ), Exam ( 50% )

This module introduces the fundamental professional and practical skills you'll need as a scientist, within a programme of seminars, workshops, tutorials and practical classes. You'll study topics such as: Appropriate information sources and technologies, The application of mathematics to scientific data, Introduction to professional ethics, Introduction to global science issues, Introduction to sustainability and the UN Sustainability Goals, Effective communication, Awareness and development of

Assessment: Coursework ( 100% )

This module develops your knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles of analytical science. You'll learn through lectures and problem-solving tutorials, further developing these topics throughout your course. You'll study topics such as: The analytical approach including problem definition and strategy planning, Sample preparation, experiment calibration and quantification, Common separation (HPLC, GLC) and spectroscopic/spectrometric techniques, Data handling, back-calculations f

Assessment: Coursework ( 100% )

This module explores the principles and practice of commonly used analytical techniques and methods, within the context of measurements in biochemistry, forensic science, chemical-related industries and toxicology. You'll study topics such as: Method optimisation in chromatography, Derivatisation and chiral chromatography, Further sample prep: SPME, digestion, Mass spec MALDI, ESI, Proteomics, NMR assignment, elucidation, 2D, Further spectroscopy: Advances in UV/Vis, IR + Raman, Further ICP OES/

Assessment: Coursework ( 100% )

This module enables you to apply your lab, practical and professional skills – demonstrating strong scientific practice and the employability qualities you'll need as a scientific graduate. Through course-focused lab-based projects, you'll incorporate work-integrated learning using real problems and scenarios seen within the scientific industry. You'll apply learning and skills to: Technical activities, experimental design and project management, Sustainability and sustainable lab practice withi

Assessment: Coursework ( 100% )

This module enables you to apply your practical and professional skills to demonstrate strong scientific practice and the employability qualities you'll need as a scientific graduate. You'll undertake lab-based work-integrated underpinned by subject module theoretical knowledge. You'll apply skills and learning such as: Ethical considerations and technical activities, Experimental design and project management, Use of appropriate information sources and technologies, Effective communication, pre

Assessment: Coursework ( 100% )

This module covers fundamental principles of biochemistry and cellular processes including the structure and function of biomolecules, energy production and gene expression. Through lectures, tutorials and practical sessions, you'll learn about cell biology, cycle regulation and the relationship between cellular biochemistry and disease. You'll study topics such as: Chemical structure and functional properties, Pathways involved in energy production and metabolism, Gene expression mechanisms, Ce

Assessment: Coursework ( 50% ), Exam ( 50% )

This module provides knowledge of the immune system, its components and functions, and broadens your knowledge of viral, prokaryotic and eukaryotic microorganisms. It also aims to provide an understanding of how microbes interact with humans and the environment. You'll study topics such as: Innate and adaptive immunity, Lymphoid tissues and organs, Soluble factors: antibodies, cytokines, Antigen recognition, lymphocyte and complement activation, Antibody-mediated and cell-mediated effector mecha

Assessment: Practical ( 100% )

This module explores the important materials in the world – natural and synthetic organic compounds – and the continuing need for new materials, drugs, polymers and biomolecules. To have the ability to synthesise these, we must understand how organic compounds react and can be used to prepare important new compounds.

Assessment: Practical ( 100% )