Biochemistry

This BSc (Hons) Biochemistry degree nurtures a passion for molecular science through rigorous analytical training and hands-on laboratory experience. From the outset, you'll investigate how chemical principles, quantitative methods and modern instrumentation reveal the mechanisms underpinning health and disease. Your learning combines hands-on laboratory work with the analytical approaches used across contemporary biosciences, enabling you to generate, interpret and communicate complex biological and chemical data with confidence.

This course stands out for its interdisciplinary blend of biochemistry, chemistry, biology, and biomedical sciences, strengthened by close engagement with the North West's expanding biochemistry and biotechnology sector. These industry connections shape the curriculum and ensure you develop the technical competencies, data-driven thinking and adaptable skillset sought across laboratory-based roles.

As you progress, you'll explore areas such as clinical genetics, biotechnology, and drug discovery, culminating in an independent research project and optional placement year. You'll graduate with the analytical expertise needed for careers in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare and research.

This course is also available with a foundation year.

Features and Benefits:

• Professional study environment: Study in our £115m Dalton building, designed for collaboration, innovation and world-class learning and research.

• Expand your horizons: You can take the four-year route, spending a year studying overseas, or by securing an industry placement.

• Gain interdisciplinary expertise: Develop the skills needed to address challenges such as drug resistance and metabolic disease through a degree that integrates biology, chemistry, and biomedical science.

• Study in a city of science: Manchester is a leading UK centre for research and industry partnerships, which means you'll be immersed in an innovation-rich biosciences ecosystem.

• Graduate ready for the future: Build advanced biochemical, molecular, and analytical expertise using cutting-edge facilities, positioning yourself for careers in fast-developing sectors such as biotechnology and pharmaceuticals

• .Learn from active researchers: Benefit from teaching informed by diverse research in areas such as drug discovery, green chemistry, and environmental monitoring, equipping you to contribute to a healthier, more sustainable future.