BSc (Hons) Biochemistry and Microbiology Bachelor's degree at Strathclyde

This module aims to give you: the foundation practical skills required for a biological biochemistry the foundation practical skills based around 'health and the body' foundation presentation skills

The aims of this module are to: provide you with Foundation level knowledge relating to basic functions of cells set out the principles of biological action and function that you will encounter through all four years expose you to the basic suite of teaching, learning and assessment paradigms used throughout your degree with a particular focus on oral communication and presentation

From this module, you will gain: foundation-level knowledge relating to basic evolution, species diversity, development, homeostasis, and infectious disease the principles of biological action and function that you will encounter through all four years knowledge about methods of teaching, learning and assessment used throughout the degree, with particular focus on teamwork and finding, citing and using information

The aims of this module are to: understand nucleotide/nucleic acid molecular structure, stereochemistry and conformation as the foundation of nucleic acid chemical and biological potential learn about amino acid/protein molecular structure, stereochemistry and conformation as the foundation of protein chemical and biological potential study monosaccharide/polysaccharide molecular structure, stereochemistry and conformation as the foundation of carbohydrate chemical and biological potential under

The aims of this module are to give you the fundamental: practical skills required for a biochemist practical skills required for an immunologist practical skills required for a microbiologist practical skills required for a pharmacologist skills in presentation and teamwork

By studying this module, you'll be able to demonstrate an understanding of: how immune cells recognise antigens key concepts in induction of acquired immunity effector mechanism of the immune system helpful immune responses harmful immune responses

The aims of this module are for you: to understand gene structure and function and the regulation of gene expression to understand how human genetic variation arises and its uses in medicine and forensics to understand the basic structure and function of proteins, lipids and carbohydrates to appreciate the key metabolic pathways in the absorptive and post-absorptive states to understand the pathways involved in cell growth and cell death

The aims of this module are to help you to: understand the fundamental taxonomic grouping and evolutionary relationships of microbes appreciate physiological, structural and molecular differences between different microorganisms understand the role and control of microorganisms in disease learn how organisms adapt to hostile environments and appreciate the biotechnological exploitation of extremophiles

This module aims to develop your understanding of: systems biology and homeostasis the somatic, autonomic and central nervous systems the cardiovascular and respiratory systems the hepatic and renal systems the endocrine and reproductive systems

The aims of this module are to: give you generic practical skills in biomolecular science further develop your practical skills in specific biomedical biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, histopathology and serology that align with the module choices of the degree programme enhance your report writing and presentation skills

The aims of this module are: to understand and appreciate the key features of cellular signalling and associated molecular mechanisms that regulates gene transcription to learn the key features of membrane and organelle trafficking to understand the basis of molecular and cellular toxicity underlying tissue/organ dysfunction and organism pathologies to gain knowledge in the genomic basis of eukaryotic/human disorders and disease to understand and appreciate the biochemical approaches that underp

The aims of this module are to: understand the basis of gene regulation in microorganisms and how this influence bacterial physiology describe the key mechanisms that drive evolution of microorganisms demonstrate an understanding of the principles of mathematical modelling in predicting microbial growth and death describe the basis of microbial form and function and how bioinformatics are fundamental to microbiology

The aims of this module are to: demonstrate an appreciation of the key features of protein structure, properties and interactions know the principles underlying successful protein purification demonstrate an appreciation of the key principles of enzymology understand protein structure-function relationship understand the properties, function and localisation of the major cellular macromolecules

The aims of this module are to: understand the difference between taxonomic and phylogenetic classification of microorganisms gain knowledge on the principles that underpin bacterial, fungal and viral identification become familiar with the structure, function and growth characteristics of bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa and apply that knowledge to their role in disease development describe the distinguishing features, pathogenic properties, epidemiology, treatment and control of medically

The aims of this module are: to give you the opportunity to carry out original research to provide you with the skills to critically interpret data and develop conclusions or hypotheses based upon your findings to provide you with the skills to analyse and present your data to provide knowledge in a key area that is relevant to your career aspirations.

The aims of this module are to: describe the underlying molecular pathology of cardiovascular disease and be able to discuss the causes of the disease and the rationale for new therapies understand the genetic basis of metabolic and endocrine disorders and be able to discuss recent advances in diagnosis and treatment demonstrate an appreciation of the molecular mechanisms underlying brain function and the effect of excitotoxicity and neurodegenerative processes understand the molecular basis of

The aims of this module are to: understand how to analyse and interpret the genomes of microorganisms understand the mechanisms that permit bacteria to sense and interact with the environment understand of the mechanisms of bacterial growth and development understanding microbial populations through 'omic analysis

This module aims to provide: an understanding of the aetiologies, pathologies, and symptomatologies of the major disorders that are diagnosed through sample analysis within a Clinical Biochemistry Laboratory a theoretical and practical understanding of the diagnostic assays and assay parameters that are used in a Clinical Biochemistry laboratory experience of the arrangement and workflow of a typical Clinical Research laboratory gained through a visit this will include material delivered by NHS

The aims of this module are to: understand the principles of epidemiology in infectious diseases become familiar with the diagnosis of microbial identification using genotyping and viable and non-viable approaches understand the mechanisms of antimicrobial agents and antimicrobial resistance as well as the significance of biofilms in antimicrobial resistance recognise the mechanisms and importance of infection control in the immune-compromised host