BSc(Hons) Medical Biochemistry

If youre considering a biological sciences degree and you like the idea of focusing on a field that has made major contributions to the development of new drugs and the treatment of diseases, then our Medical Biochemistry BSc(Hons) course could be ideal. Study with us and you could open up all kinds of opportunities in medical research, the pharmaceutical industry, and wider areas of healthcare. When it comes to our understanding of the molecular processes that cause degenerative disease and cancer, biochemistry has played a truly vital role. It is groundbreaking work in this field that has led to our knowledge of the structure of DNA, RNA, and proteins and that holds the promise of further breakthroughs in treatment in the future. This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. During this course, youll be able to build your own knowledge and skills to develop a firm foundation in the molecular and cellular aspects of biology and the principles of drug action. As your studies with our progress, youll begin to focus on disease processes in modules such as epidemiology and pharmacology, paving the way for investigating more advanced topics such as molecular medicine and metabolic disease in your final year. You will focus not only on theory but will also gain practical, hands-on experience. In the lab sessions, youll be able to get to grips with modern, scientific equipment and in your third year, you can choose to try out your skills for real during a supervised work placement. Its all designed to help get you ready for a successful career beyond graduation.