Biochemistry

Develop an understanding of the fundamental principles of biochemistry. Explore the interface between biology and chemistry on a degree which combines teaching with extensive practical work in state-of-the-art facilities.

Discover how chemical processes are regulated. Explore the interface between biology and chemistry through a combination of teaching and extensive practical work. Build your skills as a research scientist on this BSc (Hons) Biochemistry degree.

Practical experiences in our state-of-the-art laboratories, developing skills that are widely used in the industry, will give you a strong grounding for future employment. They will develop your logic, as well as your organisational skills, while ensuring that you work productively both within a group or as an individual.

You can tailor the degree to your interests through a number of optional modules, as well as undertake a significant research project during your final year. This will investigate a previously unanswered question and will allow you to fully exercise your skills, knowledge and scientific curiosity.

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Modules are assessed by a mixture of coursework and examinations tailored to suit the subject area of each module. A wide range of coursework is employed, including practical write-ups, essays, laboratory logbooks and biochemistry animations.