BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY at Canterbury Christ Church University

Biochemistry and Biological Chemistry represents a modern degree that draws from both biochemistry and chemistry and focusses on the study of life at the molecular level. This exciting area of the sciences is at the core of a rapidly expanding sector, making it an excellent choice if you want to pursue a career in scientific research or in industry.

Our course offers you the opportunity to receive expert, research-informed teaching in a variety of core topics specifically relevant to industry. You will learn how to apply a theoretical scientific knowledge base to active research areas that address contemporary challenges and you will develop your practical skills by undertaking a significant amount of laboratory work. The course will take a practical, project-based approach to teaching and learning based on the CDIO (Conceive, Design, Implement and Operate) engineering education method which will help you to develop your personal, interpersonal, teamwork and problem solving skills relevant to the discipline. This means that you get to spend more time “doing science”, making learning more effective and exciting.  

You will explore areas including:

• Biomolecules, basic life processes, biological catalysis and control
• Analytical, physical and organic chemistry
• Computational biology and advanced techniques in biochemical analysis 

Why Biochemistry and Biological Chemistry?

Biochemistry and Biological Chemistry represents a modern degree course that draws from both biochemistry and chemistry and focusses on the study of life at the molecular level. This exciting area of the sciences is at the core of a rapidly expanding sector, making it an excellent choice for those wishing to pursue a career in scientific research or in industry.

Our course offers you the opportunity to receive expert research-informed and involved teaching in a variety of core topics specifically relevant to industry. You will learn how to apply a theoretical scientific knowledge base to active research areas that address contemporary challenges and will develop your practical skills by undertaking a significant amount of laboratory work.

Your course will take a practical, project-based approach to teaching and learning based on the pioneering and creative CDIO (Conceive, Design, Implement and Operate) engineering education approach. This approach will provide an immersive learning experience that will develop your ability to consider and apply your abilities and employability skills whilst taking a holistic approach to the project lifecycle.

You will be taught by staff that are experienced in research-led teaching and the course will also include guest lectures and seminars delivered by industry professionals. Undertaking practical and project work at one of the University’s Industry Liaison Labs, you will also work alongside a number of industrial collaborators at the forefront of scientific research.

What can i do next?

This programme has been designed with input from industry and to meet a skills gap in industry for graduates with extensive industry-relevant lab experience in the chemical sciences. Graduates from our science programmes go on to careers in industry, research, teaching and wider areas of the science sector.