Medical Biochemistry BSc (Hons)

Curious about the molecular processes that cause cancer and degenerative disease? Looking to play a part in developing revolutionary new drugs and disease treatments? <br/><br/>This Medical Biochemistry BSc(Hons) course can help you realise your passions. Study with us and you could have the opportunity to make contributions in medical research, the pharmaceutical industry, and wider areas of healthcare. <br/><br/>On this course, you’ll gain a firm foundational knowledge in the molecular and cellular aspects of biology and the principles of drug action. In addition to learning theory, you’ll gain practical hands-on experience in the labs in our new £18.2-million facilities. <br/><br/>You’ll also be gaining real-world experience by participating in an optional supervised work placement in your area of interest, available after your second year. This placement year allows you to put your knowledge and skills to the test at sites in the UK or abroad. <br/><br/>**Why Study Medical Biochemistry BSc(Hons) at University of Huddersfield?** <br/>You’ll be learning from the best, as the University of Huddersfield has been rated Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023. Not only that, but our teaching staff rank in the top three in England for the proportion who hold doctorates (HESA 2022). <br/><br/>**Professional Bodies** <br/>This course is also accredited by the Royal Society of Biology and accreditation is reviewed on a regular basis. As a student on this course, you’ll be able to apply for undergraduate membership of the Biochemical Society and The Physiological Society (UK). You’ll also be eligible for student affiliate membership of the Royal Society of Biology and upon successful graduation be eligible to apply for one year associate membership, this can help open up networks at a crucial time when applying for jobs. <br/><br/>**Why Huddersfield?** <br/>Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area.

Take charge of your future through Clearing and find your place at the University of Huddersfield.<br/><br/>Students benefit from inspirational teaching, innovative facilities and resources, all on their two amazing, close-knit and centrally located campuses. Huddersfield focuses on preparing you for real-world experiences in your field, with simulated workspaces such as a trading room, mock law court, crime scene suite, concert venues, engineering workshops, mock hospital facilities and more.<br/><br/>100% of undergraduate students have the opportunity to undertake professional work-related experience whilst at Huddersfield. Students have gained invaluable experience both in the UK and internationally, working for brands such as Deloitte, the BBC, Microsoft and Virgin to name but a few. Huddersfield also offer the Global Professional Award alongside your degree so you can gain valuable skills and attributes that employers are looking for.<br/><br/>Located in the foothills of the Pennines and surrounded by beautiful countryside, Huddersfield is a student-friendly town with plenty to do and has a low cost of living compared to many nearby university locations, such as Leeds and Manchester, meaning you'll have more to do more!<br/><br/>Apply now to an award-winning university with low-cost living. You could end up where you're meant to be.