BSc (Hons) Biochemistry at Nottingham Trent University

BSc (Hons) Biochemistry is a practical, laboratory-based degree at NTU's Clifton Campus accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. It covers the biochemistry of cells, DNA and RNA, proteins and genetics, and how they relate to disease diagnosis and drug development. Bioinformatics skills run through all years.

Faculty: School of Science and Technology  |  Department: Biosciences  |  Duration: Three years full-time, or four years with a placement year  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Nottingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one modules include Introduction to Biochemistry, Living Systems, Molecular Principles for Biochemistry, Introduction to Pharmacology, Practical Techniques for Biology and Genetics and Immunology. Students gain experience in DNA/RNA technology, protein analysis, enzyme kinetics and protein purification, and complete an individual research project in the final year.

Career pathways

Graduates enter the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries and biological science roles such as analytical scientist, clinical lab supervisor, pharmaceutical manufacture scientist, research analyst and pharmacovigilance specialist, with employers including GSK, NHS and Boots. Graduates can also progress to Masters or MPhil/PhD study.

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