Encompassing the study of the molecular, cellular and physiological bases of life, biochemistry has provided insights into many of the problems that have fascinated and perplexed biologists for generations. Taught in our state-of-the-art Science Centre equipped with 280 workstations, the course has been designed to meet the growing need for qualified biochemists who can carry out a range of biochemical procedures safely and competently. We'll give you the practical skills you need, as well an excellent working knowledge of biological molecules, of information transfer and processing in living systems and of metabolic processes.

Graduate biochemists are well equipped for careers in medical research, in hospital and public health laboratories, and in the pharmaceutical, food and agricultural industries. Your analytical, numerical and communication skills are also in demand in other careers such as accountancy, journalism, marketing and teaching.