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MBB261   Biochemistry 2   (20 credits)

 
Year Running: 2017/2018
Credit level: F5

Description

This module provides an advanced treatment of the biochemical topics introduced in earlier modules, to provide a deep understanding of the underlying chemical principles and molecular interactions governing life in cells. Topics covered include reaction and ligand binding kinetics, enzyme catalysis and chemical mechanism, protein structure and function, small molecule drug development and methods in which these processes are studied experimentally.

 

Reading List


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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type Hours
Independent 147.5
Lecture 44.0
Problem Solving 6.0
 

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type Duration % of formal assessment Semester
Exam 2.5 100 % S2
 

Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2017-18.