Biochemistry BSc (Hons)

This 4-year degree programme is designed for candidates who wish to work in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology sector. The university offers its students high-end laboratory facilities to facilitate the acquisition of specialist knowledge and skills. Biochemistry BSc (Hons) students exchange knowledge with other students from related disciplines, such as health science or biotechnology.

Why study for a BSc (Hons) Biochemistry degree?

• The department works with respected companies in the industry that guarantee employment for graduates, such as Glaxo Smith Kline, Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency and Cellmark Forensics
• Lecturers in the department are scientists who work on important research in the fields of viruses, cancer, lifestyle diseases and autoimmunity
• The lecturers are experts in research areas, having had the opportunity to work for institutions such as Cambridge University, Imperial College London and King’s College London

What skills does a BSc (Hons) Biochemistry graduate gain?

• Expertise in pharmacology
• Skills needed to work in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry
• Professional knowledge in fields such as genetics, cell and molecular biology, bioinformatics, pharmacology development, biotechnology, genetic engineering
• Skills in analytical thinking, communication, problem solving

At which university should I choose a course?

Our proposition for the Biochemistry BSc (Hons) course is University Square in Luton.

Department
This course is organized by:
School of Life Sciences

Qualifications
This course awards the qualifications:
BSc Hons