Biochemistry, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

Undertake a paid work placement year as part of your biochemistry degree at the University of Sheffield, allowing you to explore potential career paths between your second and third years while demonstrating workplace readiness. This program enables you to examine biological systems at the molecular level and apply biochemical knowledge in sectors like industry, government, or charities. From your first year, you'll engage in modules spanning molecular biosciences, with flexibility to tailor studies to areas of interest, such as biotechnology or sustainability.Throughout the course, you'll develop creativity and independent thinking through practical lab work in molecular genetics and research projects using state-of-the-art facilities. As you advance, explore biochemistry's role in addressing global challenges, including sustainable food production and drug design, with support from a personal tutor. Ranked 4th in the UK for research quality, this degree offers opportunities for placements at organizations like GSK and Pfizer, enhancing skills for future careers in research, business, or management, all while paying reduced fees.