Biochemistry (Hons) University of Hertfordshire

Overview

On the Biochemistry (Hons) programme at University of Hertfordshire you’ll study the science behind living cells, tissues, organs and organisms. You’ll learn the biochemical processes that underpin the very latest discoveries. 

Explore how biochemistry affects the quality of people’s lives. You’ll look at the creation of new drugs and understand processes ranging from the design of medical treatments to the manufacture of new biomaterials.

Key facts

• In your first year, you will study with other bioscience students together to obtain an initial grounding in chemistry, molecular biology and genetics, cell and microbiology and human physiology with pharmacology. 

• At the same time all bioscience students will study biochemistry with you together. You will use your theory to build on your practical skills in a well-equipped, modern laboratory.

• In your second year, you will delve even deeper into these topic areas, in addition to further chemistry and biochemistry topics.

• In your final year, you’ll learn about topics such as molecular medicine, cellular development, and off course advanced biochemistry. If you find that you have grown to love a certain topic you can choose to do your major research project in this area.

What's next for my career?

Graduates can find employment in the pharmaceutical, food and drink, agrochemical and biotechnology industries as well as in industrial, academic and charity funded research. Some graduates also go on to work in health care and environment agencies.

Typical job titles of recent graduates:

• Trainee Biomedical Scientist

• Clinical Trials Associate

• Drug Safety Coordinator

• Medical Representative

• Lab Scientist

• Microbiologist

• Research Assistant

• Tissue Culture Technologist

• Donor Transplant Assistant