This unit aims to extend the first year unit into specific applications and usage. You will learn to choose, develop and evaluate analytical techniques for specific analytes. Topics covered will include chromatography, electrophoresis, immunoassay, enzyme analysis, spectroscopy etc. This unit focuses on a knowledge of the relationship between DNA structure and gene function, as well as of genetic analysis and molecular biology techniques applied to human disease. You will also study the role of molecular genetics in biomedical science and its social and ethical importance.
Pathological science Includes case studies of human disease pathogenesis.
These support taught material and reinforce understanding of disease processes and how they are diagnosed. The placement year is compulsory. Placements themselves are varied and may be in the UK or abroad. Past students have worked in pharmaceutical companies, agrochemicals, medical research, the food industry etc. Most placements are paid.