About the Courses
Top reasons to study with us
Satisfied students – 100% of our Biochemistry BSc students were satisfied with the quality of the course. (Source: Discover Uni – site accessed in November 2020)
Learn the fundamentals – Gain a solid grounding in biochemistry as well as the skills you'll need to expand on your subject knowledge and keep pace with new developments
Gain research skills – Our course will equip you to work as a researcher in the field of biochemistry. You'll benefit from a strong programme of laboratory sessions as well as hands-on training in bioinformatics
Prepare for your career – Studying biochemistry will equip you for a career in a range of areas including the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology, biomedicine, environmental sustainability and food security
Top reasons to study with us
Satisfied students – 100% of our Biochemistry BSc students were satisfied with the quality of the course. (Source: Discover Uni – site accessed in November 2020)
Learn the fundamentals – Gain a solid grounding in biochemistry as well as the skills you'll need to expand on your subject knowledge and keep pace with new developments
Gain research skills – Our course will equip you to work as a researcher in the field of biochemistry. You'll benefit from a strong programme of laboratory sessions as well as hands-on training in bioinformatics
Prepare for your career – Studying biochemistry will equip you for a career in a range of areas including the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology, biomedicine, environmental sustainability and food security
Modules
Subjects of study include:
Biology
Bioscience in Action
Chemistry
Critical Thinking for Academic and Professional Development
Introduction to Academic Practice
Introduction to Physiology
Subjects of study include:
Applications of Biological Sciences
Biochemistry
Biological Chemistry
Cell Biology
Fundamentals of Pharmacology
Human Physiology
Professional Development in Science (PRoDS)
Science: History Philosophy and Practice
Subjects of study include:
Bioinformatics
Contemporary Global Challenges in Biology
Experimental and Therapeutic Pharmacology
Exploring the Microbial World
Genetics in Medicine
Human Parasitology
Medical Physiology
Metabolic Biochemistry
Molecular and Cellular Therapeutics
Molecular Biology and Genetics
Neuroscience
Proteins and Enzymes
Research Methods
Professional experience or study abroad year
Between Years 2 and 3, you’ll have the opportunity to undertake a professional placement year in industry. Completing the placement year will lead to the final award Bacherlor of Science with Honours – Biochemistry with Professional Experience.
Alternatively, you can undertake a period of study abroad at one of Westminster’s partner institutions. Successful completion will lead to the final award Bacherlor of Science with Honours – Biochemistry with International Experience.Subjects of study include:
Advanced Physiology and Pharmacology
Applied Biotechnology
Cancer Biology
Designing a Sustainable World
Drug Discovery: Bench to Bedside
Final Year Project in Life Sciences
Gene Editing and Genomics
Global Ethics
Life: Origins and Evolution
Pharmaceutical Drug Design and Development