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2-Term Pathway - Foundation Certificate in Science and Health - Continue to Integrated Masters - Master of Science (MSci) (Honours) - Biochemistry and Biotechnology

University of Essex International College

Constable Building, University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, United Kingdom

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Last updated: 23/04/2025
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About 2-Term Pathway - Foundation Certificate in Science and Health - Continue to Integrated Masters - Master of Science (MSci) (Honours) - Biochemistry and Biotechnology

Program Description

For students who've finished high school but don’t meet the entry requirements for university, a Foundation Certificate can help them gain entry to an undergraduate degree. After completing this pathway option students qualify for progression to the 1st year of an undergraduate degree at the  University of Essex. 

A student’s course length is determined mainly by their English language level (UKVI IELTS score). Students on all course lengths take a set of common or similar modules to gain a solid base of skills for university. Students taking a course longer than 2 terms, will take additional modules designed to improve one or more of their English language level, academic skills, and basic knowledge of particular subjects.

Master of Science - Biochemistry and Biotechnology

With over 100 years of staggering advances in the field, the time to study biochemistry and biotechnology is now. At Essex, students will have the opportunity to explore how the processes of life function at molecular level and learn how biotechnology is addressing real-world problems and challenges.

The subjects of biochemistry and biotechnology are continually expanding, and the curriculum constantly evolves to reflect the latest findings and their applications. Students will learn in a friendly and supportive atmosphere and benefit from a research-led education, taught by world-leading experts at the forefront of their fields.

At Essex, they specialise in structure-function relationships of biomolecules and use computational approaches and bioinformatics to complement their research. Students will find that this course has a very high proportion of practical work that provides valuable experience for their career and the research-led teaching addresses the latest challenges and breakthroughs. Topics include:

  • Molecular enzymology
  • Neurodegeneration
  • Structural biology
  • Bioenergetics
  • Metabolism
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Integrated Masters
Average Graduate Diploma
9 Month Pathway Program (international Foundation Year) Followed By A 4 Year Integrated Master's Degree
Cost of Living
£12,180.00 GBP / Year
Gross Tuition
£21,410.00 GBP / First Year
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