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Programme overview
The degree programme in Biochemistry is aimed at understanding biological systems at a cellular level. After a broad foundation first year, this degree will have an emphasis on cellular biochemistry providing specialist modules aimed at understanding key topics at the frontiers of cell biology. As you progress through years two and three, a wide choice of biochemistry module options is available, including metabolism, molecular biology of the cell, cell cycle and cancer, and cellular basis of immunity. This programme is also available as a four-year degree with the third year spent studying at a partner university abroad, or on an industrial placement.
Why study Biochemistry at Exeter?
- experience teaching graded nationally as 'Excellent' with staff who are research leaders
- work in state-of-the-art learning facilities
- enjoy excellent sport facilities and live in a friendly student town (see student life for more info)
- take the opportunity to study abroad
- acquire key transferable skills and knowledge
- carry out challenging independent research
- undertake a year long industrial placement
- graduate with outstanding employment prospects
