Course summary

Biochemistry is the foundation for understanding all biological processes. The knowledge and methods developed by biochemists are applied to all fields of medicine and agriculture as well as many chemical and health related industries. If you want to work at the frontier of science in the future, look no further than our BSc/MSci Biochemistry degrees. Biochemistry is at the cutting-edge of research and an exceptionally versatile scientific discipline where opportunities in the field continue to develop. Biochemistry explores both protein structure and function, and genetic engineering - the two basic components of the fast-expanding field of biotechnology. As a graduate, you will have excellent and exciting prospective career paths. This BSc degree is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology and the placement version has RSB “Advanced Degree” accreditation. Their accredited degree programmes contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge and key skills and prepare graduates to directly address the needs of employers, therefore considerably increasing your employability. This MSci degree is a new course that builds upon the BSc offering and we will be applying for the RSB “Advanced Degree” accreditation. This course includes the option of a year of study in the USA at the University of Toledo, Ohio. This exchange programme has been running for over 40 years which must make it one of the most established transatlantic partnerships in higher education. The University of Toledo is considered to be a leading center for science, with a reputation for taking research from the laboratory to the world.