Biochemistry with Foundation Year

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Course Summary


• Study life at cellular, molecular and chemical levels.



• Combine biological and chemical modules, ranging from Cellular and Molecular Biochemistry to Medical Chemistry and Drug Synthesis.



• Tailor your degree structure to your interests and career ambitions.



• Learn how the latest scientific innovations are being used to have a positive impact on the world.



• Work with our expert staff to complete your own cutting-edge research projects in our award-winning labs using industry standard equipment.



• Take an optional placement year, enabling you to gather priceless hands-on experience in an industrial setting.



Our BSc Biochemistry course provides a theoretical and practical knowledge of biochemistry. As well as the option to take a year-long placement, you can adapt the degree to your career ambitions – choosing a biological or chemical focus. You can also transfer to the MSci route for a specialist year of research-intensive study.

For full details of course modules, assessments, and teaching methods, please visit the course page on our website: https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/Biosciences-and-chemistry/BSc-Honours-Biochemistry-with-Foundation-Year/Full-time

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