Biochemistry (Hons) Lancaster University

Overview

Through the Biochemistry (Hons) course from Lancaster University you will delve into biochemistry in the context of health and disease and study topics in biochemistry, cell biology and molecular genetics, which are at the heart of modern medical and health research. You will also study fundamental themes in chemistry.

You will be taught by our academics, whose vast biochemistry research experience includes the molecular and biochemical mechanisms of various cancers, the biochemistry of organisms that thrive in extreme environments, and biomedical imaging agents to probe drug activity in cells.

This research-led biochemistry degree is an ideal basis for a host of careers across the biomedical, research, biotechnology and pharmaceuticals sectors. By studying for an integrated master’s degree, you will graduate with advanced research skills and a more mature outlook, giving you the edge in a competitive job market, both within the field of biochemistry and beyond.

Career opportunities:

A degree in biochemistry will unlock a host of careers in biomedicine, research, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals.

Many biochemistry graduates work in scientific research and development in pharmaceutical and bioscience companies and institutes. Others go on to careers in diagnostics, molecular biology or food biotechnology. You may consider roles such as:

• Analytical Chemist

• Biotechnologist

• Clinical Research Associate

• Clinical Scientist

• Forensic Scientist

• Medicinal Chemist

• Nanotechnologist

• Research Scientist

• Scientific Laboratory Technician

You may also consider the following careers after further training

• Pharmacologist

• Physician Associate

• NHS Scientist