Biochemistry: the Molecules of Life
Explore the impact of biochemistry on bioenergy and health, discovering why graduates are in demand.
Who is the course for?
This course will be of particular interest to 15 to 19 year olds who are studying biology and chemistry, and considering further studies in biochemistry.
No prior formal qualifications are required for this course. With a clear explanation of relevant details, the material will be understandable to all with a basic interest and background knowledge in biology and chemistry.
What topics will you cover?
Skills from biochemistry
A brief history of biochemistry
Everyday biochemistry
Metabolism and bioenergetics
Bioenergetics
Future developments in bioenergy
Natural products and healthy living
Future developments: new technologies in the molecular sciences
Getting involved in biochemistry
What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to…
Discuss how biochemistry brings together the natural sciences to describe the chemical basis of living systems.
Describe events and scientists that have been significant during the historical development of biochemistry.
Identify crossover points that exist between biology and chemistry curricula.
Evaluate where biochemistry will play a key role in scientific advances in the future.
Explore the wide range of jobs and career opportunities that become possible with a training in biochemistry.
Summarise seminal experiments that led to significant advances in biochemical knowledge.
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