Programme Specification for Medical Biotechnology (Major, Joint, Minor)
Campus: Stratford
Why Study Medical Biotechnology as part of a Combined Honours Degree?
With the advent of molecular biology and molecular genetics, biotechnology has entered an exciting new phase, producing new products and processes that have a positive influence on society. Medical biotechnology is a set of biological techniques, in particular recombinant DNA techniques, developed through basic research and now applied to research and product development in medicine.
What will I study?
At Level 1 essential biochemistry and microbiology for Medical Biotechnology is introduced in modules on Cellular Biology, Cellular Processes and Microbiology. Skills for Biosciences provides general background and study skills.
At Level 2 modules include: Metabolism, Molecular Biology, Molecular Genetics, Physiological Function and Dysfunction, Medical Microbiology and Practical and Employability Skills.
At Level 3 we cover specialist areas of molecular biology and genetic engineering in greater depth. In semester A, students study the first Medical Biotechnology module which aims to build on the student’s knowledge and understanding of recombinant DNA technology, and molecular analysis of disease. The other taught module in this semester opens up the new field of Bioinformatics and Genomics and includes the latest developments in genomics and proteomics.
Which modules will I study?
You can view a full guide to the modules you have to study as part of your chosen pathway, along with a full range of option modules available by viewing the Single & Combined Honours Programmes Guide for Medical Biotechnology.
Can I study a Combined Honours Programme as a Part-time degree?
All our Combined Honours Programmes can be studied on a Part-time or Full-time basis. As a Part-time student, you will study the same degree programme, but at a slower pace. You will study up to 4 modules per year (instead of 6 as a full-time student).
What can I combine with Medical Biotechnology?
Popular combinations include:
- Medical Biotechnology with Biochemistry (J7C7)
- Medical Biotechnology with Clinical Science (J7B9)
- Medical Biotechnology with Human Biology (J7B1)
We have over 5000 different combinations and you can choose from over 75 pathways. Please visit this page www.uel.ac.uk/combined/programmes for a full list.
Entry Requirements
240 UCAS tariff points (including two passes at A2 level, with a minimum grade B in A2 Biology, Chemistry or Physics). In addition to the above, we require GCSE Maths, English and Science grade C.
How do I apply?
If you wish to study with us full-time from September, you will need to make your application via UCAS (www.ucas.ac.uk).
If you wish to study with us part-time you can obtain an application form from our admissions department study@uel.ac.uk or apply on-line.
Other Medical Biotechnology programmes available
For further information on the range of Medical Biotechnology programmes available at UEL, please visit the School page
Contact Us
If you would like to speak to someone about a Combined Honours Programme, please contact the School of Combined Honours on 0208 223 2575 or email us at combined.honours@uel.ac.uk
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