C7FY Biochemistry with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)

Skills and experience gained Practical laboratory skills are an essential part of this degree course and you will also develop a range of practical techniques relevant to employment within the biosciences. Through the Level 4 and Level 5 Skills units and the Biochemistry Research Project you will demonstrate knowledge of research design, data interpretation and appropriate use of statistical analysis. You should develop essential transferable skills, such as team-working through group laboratory work, group discussions, and various learning activities throughout the course. You should also demonstrate effective time-management and organisational skills to meet deadlines, and develop your confidence in tackling novel tasks and in presenting clear summaries of your understanding in both oral and written form. You will also be expected to present your findings in the broader context of published work within this field. You will be given the opportunity to consider your learning in the context of employability, not only through the scientific proposal in Level 5 Skills and the Level 6 Research Project units, but also through guest lectures from relevant employers and from the University’s careers service. After the course We offer MSc courses including Pharmacology, Biotechnology and Biomedical Engineering, providing clear progression routes for BSc (Hons) Biochemistry graduates interested in further related education.