BSc Cell Biology with Biomed (Honours) C1C7
Cell Biology and Biomedicine are at the heart of much of the exciting research in biological sciences worldwide. This degree scheme provides students with a mainstream Cell Biology course with a strong bias towards human and disease related topics. Students will examine the structure and function of normal cells at all levels studying core modules in Cell Biology coupled to other related fields such as genetics, microbiology, immunology and biochemistry. These areas are integrated with specific biomedical topics such as Cancer Biology, Medical Microbiology, Clinical Biochemistry and Haematology. Students also receive an in depth training in the key techniques associated with modern cell biological and biomedical research by taking a series of techniques courses, practical classes and a unique research project.
Specialist facilities
Biology at Lancaster has a history of recent heavy investment in biomedical research through the appointment of several new members of academic staff. Interests include, familial predisposition to breast cancer, UV response and skin cancer, cellular response to DNA damage, leukaemia, joint destruction in arthritis, Alzheimer's disease, food poisoning bacteria, metastatic spread of cancer, biochemistry of corneal disease. We also have extensive research links with hospitals, at the local and national level. Due to our high level of research funding and activity in this area, our students are exposed to up-to-date facilities and in their third year laboratory project have the opportunity to carry out cutting edge research. Lectures, practicals and workshops will take place in our brand new teaching facilities containing state-of-the-art teaching laboratories and computer classrooms.
Entry Requirements
For entry from year 13 requirements are typically ABB at A-level with at least two science subjects from Biol /Chem/Geog/Maths/Physics/Psychology/Env.Science/Computing and a minimum of AS level chemistry, or equivalent 2A- plus 2AS- levels. Applicants with other types of qualification should enquire for details.
All candidates should have GCSE English language at grade C or above. For details of alternative English qualifications please follow this link. Candidates should also have a minimum of grade B in GCSE Mathematics or the equivalent. We will also consider 'Access' course Mathematics components.
We welcome applications from mature candidates.
After receiving your application we will invite you to an Open Day for informal discussions with members of staff and to visit the department and campus.
More information on applying is available here.
Careers info
This degree will provide an excellent platform for research based careers in biochemistry and genetics, including further postgraduate study for MSc or PhD qualifications. In addition there are many opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry, hospital research, the food industry, forensic science and research institutes that are accessible to our biochemistry graduates. Traditionally our graduates enter a wide range of careers and the transferable skills acquired during this degree will make the graduate attractive to employers in many other areas such as management, finance and marketing.
Contacts
Dr Edward Parkin, Head of Admissions, Division of Biomedical and Life Sciences, Faculty of Health and Medicine, Lancaster University, Lancaster, LA1 4YQ.
E-mail:- bioladmit@lancaster.ac.uk
Phone:- 01524 593265