Biochemistry is the branch of science that examines the chemical processes within living organisms, and biochemical research has the capacity to unlock stem cell therapies and overcome cancer and dementia.

 

Tying together the disciplines of chemistry and biology, a degree in biochemistry helps you better understand the molecular basis of life while also preparing you to take part in an innovative field at the forefront of modern medicine, science research and other vital areas. This course offers a great starting point if you’re interested in making your own contributions to the biochemistry field or continuing to further study.

 

Why study Biochemistry with Research Placement BSc(Hons)

This course has advanced accreditation by the Royal Society of Biology, reflecting your compulsory placement year in research and allowing you to apply for associate membership upon completion. Based on the same framework as Biochemistry BSc(Hons), this course prepares you with a solid understanding of the fundamentals of biochemistry, with opportunities to develop research expertise while on placement.

 

You’ll gain relevant real-world experience throughout this course. You’ll be taught by leading academics through lectures, seminars, and sessions, which will be supplemented by modern scientific instruments in our specialist, £18.2-million biological sciences labs. Following your first two years on the course, you’ll put your knowledge and skills to the test in a compulsory and supervised Research Placement Year. During this placement year, you’ll:

• Experience working in an active research environment in a lab within the University or within the industry in the UK or internationally.
• Explore employment opportunities within organisations related to your studies.
• Network with potential employers and construct work experience profiles to prepare for a future career.

 

This course will prepare you for a variety of potentially exciting careers, as well as for future study. You could work in medical research, the NHS, medical genetics, scientific patent development or pharmaceuticals.