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This course is for students who want to pursue a career in industrial or academic research, with the majority of the fourth year devoted to a major research project which will take place either in industry or in an academic lab.
You'll learn about the fundamental role these tiny organisms play in the world and their part in countless scientific advances. Microbes are crucial in the global cycling of nutrients and are the subjects of our most fundamental experiments to understand how life functions, with their genomes being the first to be completely sequenced. At Sheffield, you'll study the importance of bacteria, viruses, and other microbes in the environment and as pathogens. You'll also learn about how we can manipulate their genetic makeup to put microbes to good use in biotechnology, allowing us to better understand and tackle the global threat of antimicrobial-resistant infections.
All of our students take compulsory modules designed to give you specialist knowledge of microbiology, whilst also introducing you to biochemistry, genetics and molecular biology. As you progress through your degree and discover what you're passionate about, optional modules will allow you to explore your chosen subject in greater depth, specialise in one area, keep your interests broad or even switch to another degree programme within the molecular biosciences.
In your first year, you'll spend six hours in the lab each week learning the practical skills and knowledge that every bioscientist needs, including how to establish bacterial cultures, assess bioenergetics and perform gene cloning. Analysis classes will equip you with the skills you'll use outside the lab, from interacting with your data to interpreting your findings. Your lectures will give you a broad understanding of the molecular biosciences, allowing you to explore what you're most interested in.
In your second year, you'll begin learning more advanced scientific techniques, both in the lab and in lectures, with topics including experimental design, genome editing using CRISPR/Cas9 and protein purification. You'll continue to take analysis classes to develop your data handling skills further and you can choose to study modules like "Molecules to Market", allowing you to work in teams to come up with pioneering science enterprise ideas to launch a virtual business.
In your third year, you'll complete an extended research project alongside your chosen specialist modules. This will reflect an area of molecular bioscience that interests you and will take place either in the lab or in industry. Depending on your interests and career goals, you can choose a project from experimental science, clinical diagnostics, industrial biotechnology, molecular systems and computing, science communication or education and outreach.
In your fourth year, the majority of your time will be devoted to a major research project. You can choose between spending a year in industry and completing your project at a company such as AstraZeneca, GSK or Unilever, or undertaking projects in one of our world-leading research labs within the department or the University of Sheffield Medical School.
If you want to study microbiology but don't meet the entry requirements to go straight into the first year, our Biosciences with Foundation Year could be for you. After successfully completing the one-year programme, you'll progress onto the first year of your chosen degree.
Our four-year MBiolSci degree is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, which shows employers that you've developed the extra skills and knowledge that they're looking for.
Financial help from the University - bursaries
If you're a UK student, you could be entitled to a University bursary. A bursary is the same as a grant - you don't have to pay it back.
Entry requirements
|A Levels
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The modules listed below are examples from the last academic year. There may be some changes before you start your course. For the very latest module information, check with the department direct.
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First year
Core modules:
|Practical Molecular Bioscience 1
|Molecular Biology
Second year
Core modules:
|Practical Molecular Bioscience 2
|Biostructures, Energetics and Synthesis
|Genes, Genomes and Chromosomes
|Microbiology 2
Optional modules:
|Biochemistry 2
|Genetics 2
Third year
Core modules:
|Literature Review
|Microbiology Data Handling
Optional modules:
|Bacterial Pathogenicity
|Cellular Systems Engineering for Biotechnology
|Genomic Science
|Membrane Protein Structure and Function
|Microbial Structure and Dynamics: Genes and Populations
|Molecular Immunology
|The Microbiology of Extreme Environments
Fourth year
Core modules:
|Advanced Literature Review
|Advanced Research Topics
|Introduction to Research Methodology
Optional modules:
|Extended Laboratory Project
|Project in Industry
The content of our courses is reviewed annually to make sure it's up-to-date and relevant. Individual modules are occasionally updated or withdrawn. This is in response to discoveries through our world-leading research; funding changes; professional accreditation requirements; student or employer feedback; outcomes of reviews; and variations in staff or student numbers.
In the event of any change we'll consult and inform students in good time and take reasonable steps to minimise disruption.
Learning and assessment
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Department of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
Molecular biology crosses the boundaries of cell biology, biochemistry, genetics and medical science. Our courses will give you the skills to be part of new developments within these fields throughout your career.
We'll challenge you to achieve your very best. We have small tutorial groups to support your learning, extensive practical experience, and a project in the third year that could involve laboratory research, computing, clinical diagnostics, science communication, or school teaching, depending on your career aspirations.
The course lets you combine topics from biochemistry, genetics and microbiology, so you develop a wide-ranging knowledge of the molecular biosciences. However, the first year is common to all of our courses, meaning that you're not tied to the course you register for. At the end of the first year, you can transfer to any course in the department: Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology, and combinations of these subjects.
What our graduates do
Our graduates go on to make a difference in all sorts of ways. Many of our graduates are employed in pharmaceuticals and healthcare, food safety and manufacture, brewing and agrochemicals, forensic science and as NHS scientists. They also work in education, the scientific civil service, bioinformatics or medical schools. Others use their skills in IT, management and commerce. Many choose further study and go on to do research for organisations all over the world.
Student profile
Your degree puts you at the heart of the discoveries we are making in the molecular biosciences. The world-leading academics who teach our courses are here to help equip you for careers in areas that include pharmaceuticals, healthcare, medicine, agrochemicals, food and genetics.
"I really enjoyed the laboratory sessions in the first and second year...working in a big group and learning new techniques is great."
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Letter Report: An Intensive Cultural Resource Survey of the Petroleum Geophysical Red Butte #2 Access Road, Big Horn County, Wyoming
Author(s): Lance Rom
Year: 1981
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min long: -108.622; min lat: 44.166 ; max long: -107.145; max lat: 45.002 ;
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|The stages of change - where are you?
For a person to successfully adopt a healthier behavior -- whether it's to exercise, lose weight, or stop smoking -- it may not be as simple as just deciding to do it. Behavior change expert James Prochaska and his colleagues developed a theory, which has been supported by numerous studies, showing that people cycle through a variety of stages before a new behavior is successfully adopted over the long term.
It may help you to understand how this works. As you read the description of each stage -- specifically as it relates to exercise -- you may find yourself nodding and saying to yourself, "Yes, that's me!"
Stage 1: Pre-Contemplation
People at this stage have no plans or desire to exercise. They aren't even considering exercising. People at this stage are generally unaware of the specific benefits that exercise can bring -- exercise may seem more like a hassle than something worth doing. Or, they may simply have "failed" in the past and have given up.
There's no point in talking about how to start an exercise program if you are at this stage. Instead, it is important to think about why exercise might be good for you personally -- by helping you to lose weight, feel better, have more confidence, live longer, sleep better, or have less stress. The benefits must be identified before a person will consider exercise.
If you are at this stage, a good activity is to ask four friends or family members why they exercise. That may unveil real-life benefits and inspire enough interest to compel you to take the next step.
Stage 2: Contemplation
A person at this stage is thinking, "I think I should probably exercise, but I need help getting started." People at this stage know that exercise is good for them, but it seems like a daunting task or they don't think they can pull it off. Some may have tried and "failed" in the past, but they are still receptive to another go-round.
It's important for people at this stage to consider some of the truths and falsehoods of exercise. For example, it is helpful to know that there are many forms of physical activity to select from, and that you can do your exercising in small chunks. It is not true that exercise has to be painful, or that you either succeed or fail. There is no such thing as "failure" -- people become more or less active at different stages of their lives, and it is never too late to get moving again. And people at this stage should find assurance that an exercise plan can be very simple.
If you are at this stage, a good activity is to write down (brainstorm) all your potential roadblocks -- the things that you believe make exercise difficult -- and to learn strategies for overcoming or side-stepping those hurdles. Many ideas are available on the Internet.
People at this stage might benefit from making a pledge, contract, or other commitment that they are going to get more active in the near future.
Prochaska and his colleagues write that people in this stage are "aware of the pros of changing but are also acutely aware of the cons. This balance between the costs and benefits of changing can produce profound ambivalence that can keep people stuck in this stage for long periods of time. We often characterize this phenomenon as chronic contemplation or behavioral procrastination."
Thus, the goal is to get un-stuck by identifying the roadblocks, ways to overcome these hurdles, and making a commitment.
Stage 3: Preparation
These folks are primed and motivated. They are ready to give exercise a try. The goal of this stage is to create a specific action plan that takes all factors into account, so that the "launch" is successful.
People at this stage need to know how much they should be exercising, their target heart rate, and the types of exercises. They should explore the different kinds of exercises and decide on which ones to try. At this stage, they'll evaluate exercise machines and health plans, pick the proper clothing or accessories, and consult a physician if necessary. And they need to think about how they are going to fit their exercise plans into their daily and weekly schedule.
If you are at this stage, you should also consider some backup plans -- what to do if it rains, or if you don't feel like exercising. That way you are prepared to overcome that hurdle when it happens. And you should be aware of what to realistically anticipate at the beginning (for example, you should understand that weight loss takes time, but the health benefits of exercise begin immediately).
Stage 4: Action!
People at this stage have just started exercising. This stage is where the most behavior change occurs -- these folks have started to exercise but it is not yet a long-term, ingrained habit. Prochaska notes that this stage requires significant commitment and energy.
If you are at this stage, keep talking to friends and family for inspiration. Review your backup plans. Reward yourself for small achievements. And give yourself notes and reminders to exercise. If you can find a friend to exercise with, that can be a huge support as you get through this stage. You want to build and maintain momentum, because it gets easier once it is a habit!
Stage 5: Maintenance
The folks at this stage have been exercising at least 6 months. At this point, exercising has started to become a habit. The goal here is to prevent relapse.
If you are at this stage, identify ways that you can fine-tune your program. Continue to identify roadblocks and improve your backup plans. Think about what you have found most enjoyable about exercising. What benefits have you gained? Keep reminding yourself of these perks.
If challenging yourself was part of your initial motivation, set new goals and give yourself new challenges. If you risk getting bored with your routine, find ways to vary it. Or maybe you have found a comfortable routine that you enjoy -- if it's working, great! Then no need to change it.
You might want to read or learn more about your method of exercising and develop a deeper level of understanding about it. Soon you'll be a pro!
Let's do it again
One point about the theory is that people do not proceed from one stage to another in a simple, step-by-step fashion. They actually cycle or spiral back and forth, so that they may move from stage 1 to 2 to 3, and then back to 2 again. They may stay in maintenance mode for years and then fall back to stage 2.
Remember that this is normal -- if you tried exercising in the past and didn't stick with it, don't consider yourself a failure. Just know that it's time to try again!
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Reviewed By: Jeffrey Heit, MD, Internist with special emphasis on preventive health, fitness and nutrition, Philadelphia VA Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.


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We bought a hamster for our daughter's birthday as her very first pet. The hamster's name is Stella Luna and she is pretty cute. It turns out that I am highly allergic to hamsters so I don't go near her to help take care of her in any way. This is good for my daughter because she is learning how to be more responsible and I am learning how to butt out and let her be in control of something.
You are probably wondering why I am writing about our pet Stella in my Crohn's blog. Well, as it turns out hamsters are very sensitive to stress. They do not like change and get anxious pretty easily. I read the "How to Take Care of Your Hamster" book after we got her and it states that after you buy your hamster you should leave them alone for a few days to let them adjust to their environment. They say to put hamsters in a quiet calm place and that they sometimes get stressed with too much activity. Intrigued, I kept reading, and it also stated that if a hamster is too stressed they get this condition called "wet tail." I think what that means is that their insides start to give them problems and their tail end gets wet because of it.
I know that Crohn's can't be cured by lack of stress and is not caused by stress, but stress certainly plays a large role in our well being. I have noticed lately, that I can't relax until I have some quiet alone time. I usually find this time after my husband goes to bed because when he is awake a lot of noise accompanies him (mostly the TV). But he falls asleep first which usually allows me to get back up and come out to the living room to read the comments on the blog and pray for all of you, or read, or wander aimlessly around our house which I love.
When I had my quiet time the other night I kept thinking about Stella and how she is affected by stress. Stress that we may feel is minor but to her it can affect her little body in such big ways. I am like my pet hamster. Except she has owners who realize that even a little bit of stress can be damaging and therefore try to minimize it for her. But who will minimize the stress for us? No one except ourselves! We have to find our own stress relievers and ways to reduce our stresses.
Since we have a disease, it is that much more important to pay attention. It can be really hard to know when you are overstressed. Isn't it so easy to say, "I can push it this week and rest later - I'll just work on this presentation a few more hours even though I need to take a bath and get ready for bed because it is already eleven at night and I have to get up and go to work in the morning." I have been known to push myself too hard for several reasons. One of them is that I worry that I will not feel as well tomorrow and therefore I need to seize the moment. The other is that I am always trying to do a good job and please everyone. What I have to do, and what we all need to do, is do the things that we need to do to relieve the stress of the day.
The prednisone does not help our situation because one of its side effects is anxiety. What I have been doing a lot at work lately is taking these mini breaks throughout the day – every couple of hours. I usually try to take a lap around the building but sometimes can't walk that much due to my joints – but most of the time it's okay. While on these breaks, I force myself to take at least 5 deep breaths in a row – breathe in, hold it, and then let it out. And I try not to allow any work thoughts or 'things I must do thoughts' to enter my head for those deep breaths. These seem to help. At least I relax a little bit for those moments and I feel that I am getting better at letting things go. It takes practice. Also, as you know, I am very fond of my bathtub and take a nightly bath with Epsom salt (which has miraculous powers to heal aching joints and sore rear ends). Since there is not a medicine out there for me other than the Imuran, prednisone combo (I have had reactions to everything else), and because I hate the prednisone so much, I am going to try to de-stress myself as much as I can and eat very boring food (ha ha).
I have a big presentation to give tomorrow so it is going to be a challenge to de-stress tonight and tomorrow, but I'll try!
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