Biochemistry

This degree explores the molecular basis of life by combining biology and chemistry. Students study the processes that sustain living systems, spanning topics such as molecular genetics, cell physiology and metabolic pathways. They develop analytical and practical skills for working with biological molecules, which underpin much of modern medicine and industry. Teaching blends lectures with laboratory practical work, where students learn experimental techniques and how to interpret results. Assessment draws on coursework, examinations and laboratory reports, reflecting the research-based approach used across the discipline. Students can add a placement year or spend a year abroad, extending the course and building professional experience. Graduates move into health sciences, forensic analysis, pharmaceutical and product development, food and nutrition, and research laboratories. Others continue to postgraduate study in biochemistry and related fields, where the laboratory training developed here gives them a confident start.