Biochemistry BSc (Hons)

Course Summary

How you learn

You'll undertake comprehensive training in the latest biochemical and analytical methods, using industry-standard equipment within our world class teaching laboratories.

You learn through

• lectures and workshops
• laboratory work
• research projects
• industry placements
• oral presentations- development of lab posters

Applied learning

Work placement

You can apply your knowledge and skills in the workplace by applying for a work placement in year three. This is a great opportunity to gain experience and professional skills that can give you a significant advantage at the start of your career. If you are unable to commit to a year, it is also possible to work for a shorter amount of time during a summer placement. These shorter placements can still contribute to your degree.By securing a placement with one of our industry partners, you ensure that you enter the jobs market with a CV that attracts employer attention. You can apply for placements in companies such as Reckitt Benckiser, Glaxo SmithKline, Astra Zeneca, The Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute or in research laboratories, universities and hospitals.If you are doing your work placement in another European country there may be funding available through the Erasmus programme.

Research projects

Working alongside research active staff you will have the opportunity to combine the skills and knowledge that you have gained during your degree to undertake a final year research project. This is usually completed in our laboratories at the University. It may also be possible to undertake your project at your placement organisation.

Networking opportunities

On top of your industry placement, the course has excellent links to the industry and its alumni, allowing you ample opportunity for networking.