Why study this course?
This BSc course will give you the practical skills you need to pursue a career in biochemistry, as well an excellent working knowledge of biological molecules, metabolic processes, and information transfer and processing in living systems. There is also an opportunity to take part in a 15-week work placement as part of the undergraduate course.
More about this course
Encompassing the study of the molecular, cellular and physiological bases of life, biochemistry provides insights into many of the problems that have fascinated and perplexed biologists for generations.
This degree course has been designed to meet the growing need for qualified biochemists. We’ll give you the practical skills you need to pursue a career in the field, including laboratory, research and analysis skills. You’ll also develop a solid understanding of applied biology and medicinal chemistry, and have the chance to put this knowledge to the test.
Professional accreditation
On graduation, you’ll be eligible to apply for Graduate or Associate Membership of the Royal Society of Biology, depending on your degree classification.
Accreditation of Prior Learning
Any university-level qualifications or relevant experience you gain prior to starting university could count towards your course.
Modular structure
The modules listed below are for the academic year 2022/23 and represent the course modules at this time. Modules and module details (including, but not limited to, location and time) are subject to change over time.
Year 1 modules include:
Anatomy & Physiology 1 (core, 15 credits)
Anatomy & Physiology 2 (core, 15 credits)
Biochemistry (core, 15 credits)
Cell Biology (core, 15 credits)
Fundamentals of Molecular Biology (core, 15 credits)
General Chemistry (core, 15 credits)
General Microbiology (core, 15 credits)
Professional Studies (core, 15 credits)
Year 2 modules include:
Fundamentals of Medicinal Chemistry (core, 15 credits)
Human Immunity (core, 15 credits)
Metabolism (core, 15 credits)
Microbiology (core, 15 credits)
Molecular Biology (core, 15 credits)
Quantitative Analysis (core, 15 credits)
Spectroscopic Methods (core, 15 credits)
Ethics for Science (option, 15 credits)
Parasitology (option, 15 credits)
Work Placement (for Life Sciences) (option, 15 credits)
Year 3 modules include:
Biochemical Pathology (core, 15 credits)
Bioinformatics & Molecular Modelling (core, 15 credits)
Clinical Biochemistry (core, 15 credits)
Genomics (core, 15 credits)
Project (core, 30 credits)
Toxicology (core, 15 credits)
Applied Immunology (option, 15 credits)
Energy Metabolism & Endocrinology (option, 15 credits)
Virology (option, 15 credits)
Where this course can take you
Biochemistry graduates go on to careers in the areas of medical science, education, genetics, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and bioinformatics.
As a biochemistry graduate your acquired research and analytical skills, problem-solving and organisational skills allow for entry to many other possible careers utilising these transferable skills. These include accountancy, science journalism, marketing and teaching.
This course provides an entry point into graduate studies at MSc or PhD level.
