Biochemistry 3 Molecular and Structural Biology

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
BIOL 3003
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Course ID
200415
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
3
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course aims to extend the discussions of protein structure and function presented in the Biochemistry Level 2 courses and to use this knowledge to gain an understanding of some of the essential processes of molecular biology at a molecular level.

Course learning outcomes

  • Understand aspects of protein structure and function, including protein folding, degradation, molecular interactions and recognition, allostery and the development of new therapies
  • Describe the control of gene expression, including design of genetic circuits, an understanding of chromatin structure and remodelling, gene promoter assembly, eukaryotic mRNA synthesis, processing and translation
  • Understand key experimental processes and apply this knowledge to solve specific biochemical problems
  • Find, read, interpret and critically analyse relevant scientific literature
  • Demonstrate the ability to work in teams and effectively communicate scientific outcomes

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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