Medical Biochemistry with a Year in Industry BSc (Hons)

All living things function and operate as a result of chemical processes. Medical Biochemistry at Royal Holloway, University of London helps to provide an understanding of these essential chemical processes, exploring the molecular basis of disease.<br/><br/>Pursue your passion for Medical Biochemistry at Royal Holloway and work towards joining the ranks of scientists striving to develop new methods of disease prevention and treatment.<br/><br/>You’ll study in our state-of-the-art Department of Biological Sciences, featuring cutting-edge technology including mass spectrometry, bioinformatics and gene and protein sequencing equipment.<br/><br/>The flexible degree course lets you tailor your learning in years 2 and 4, selecting from a variety of optional courses ranging from Microbiology to Pharmacology and Toxicology and Biology of Parasitic Diseases to Molecular and Medical Microbiology.<br/><br/>Learn how to make clinical diagnoses of diseases in a course taught by health professionals from local hospitals, and become a part of our renowned research culture in your year 4 lab-based independent research project. Many of our former students have contributed to published scientific papers.<br/><br/>The skills and experience you’ll gain as a Medical Biochemistry student will make you a highly attractive candidate to employers in a variety of sectors. You’ll gain laboratory experience across all three years and receive a grounding in physiology, genetics and microbiology as well as biochemistry for medicine. Our alumni have gone on to careers in fields including forensic medicine, biotechnology and medical research.<br/><br/>Our year in industry degrees are highly valued by employers and they give you the chance to gain first-hand experience of the world of work and to apply your learning to real-world scenarios. Your year in industry will start at the end of year 2.<br/><br/><br/>- Gain Laboratory experience across all three years of study<br/><br/><br/>- Learn how to make clinical diagnosis of diseases from health professionals from local hospitals<br/><br/><br/>- Understand the importance of biochemistry in medicine<br/><br/><br/>- Develop your knowledge of fundamental biochemistry, physiology, cell biology and genetics<br/><br/><br/>- Join a close-knit and supportive learning community with a high staff-to-student ratio.<br/>