On our Biochemistry MSci course you will study all areas of modern biochemistry including: biological chemistry, structural biology and biophysics, metabolism, cell biology, molecular genetics, bioinformatics, immunology and microbiology. Biochemistry is a subject in which practical skills and the capacity to experiment are vital. On our MSci course, alongside your theoretical learning, you will also be trained in laboratory techniques, experimental design, data analysis and presentation, particularly in the final year which focuses on these skills.
This course forms part of the suite of ‘Common Year 1’ courses within the School of Bioscience Education. These comprise Anatomy, Developmental & Human Biology; Biochemistry; Biomedical Science; Medical Physiology; Molecular Genetics, Neuroscience; Pharmacology; Pharmacology & Molecular Genetics. Once you have successfully completed year one, you can choose to switch to any other course within this suite.
In your second and third years you will focus on applications of biochemistry for understanding human disease, the biochemical and biophysical techniques used in understanding biological processes and the relationship between protein structure and function. In Year 2 you may also choose to study abroad at one of our partner institutions.
Your fourth year will focus on training in research project design and the presentation skills essential for a career in research. Finally you will spend six months conducting an independent and original research project in one of our laboratories.
Teaching
Teaching on this course takes place in lectures, seminars and tutorials and through practical laboratory work. The rest of your time will be spent on self-study, including reading, research and writing assignments.
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Course stage
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Percentage of time in scheduled learning & teaching activities
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Percentage of time in guided independent study
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Percentage of time on placements
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Year 1
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25% |
75%
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- |
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Year 2
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30%
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70%
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-
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Year 3
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39%
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61%
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- |
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Year 4
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55%
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45%
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- |
Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work.
Assessment
You will be assessed through a combination of coursework, examinations and practical observation.
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Course stage
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Percentage of assessment by written exams
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Percentage of assessment by practical exams
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Percentage of assessment by coursework
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Year 1
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78%
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5%
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17%
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Year 2
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63%
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-
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37%
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Year 3
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51%
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5%
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44%
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Year 4
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-
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18%
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82%
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Studying abroad
You will also have the opportunity to study abroad for your second year at one of our partner universities, which currently include:
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The University of Melbourne, Australia
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National University of Singapore
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The University of California
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The University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
You may be required to fulfil additional entry requirements for this option.
Regulating body
King’s College London is regulated by the Office for Students.
Location
This course is primarily taught at our Guy’s and Waterloo Campuses, both on the South Bank of the Thames, putting you at the heart of everything London has to offer in terms of academic resources and also close to its social and entertainment attractions.