Undergraduate study : Biochemistry and Biomedicine : School of Life Sciences : University of Sussex

Our Undergraduate courses are designed to give you the skills and experience you need to succeed. Develop your employability with our laboratory practicals and research projects and customise your studies to suit your interests with our range of modules.

Key facts about our Undergraduate courses

Outstanding research-lead teaching: Learn from experts who are renowned in their fields; 87% of our research in biological sciences was rated as internationally excellent or higher in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF2014), with 48% rated as world-leading.
Vocational projects: In the final year of your degree, you will undertake an extended individual research project. This will provide you with a stimulating opportunity to work at the forefront of Biomedical Science or Biochemistry and will give you a wealth of experience for a future career in science.
Flexibility: You can choose from a wide range of innovative topics with our modules, allowing you to tailor your degree to your own interests. Our interdisciplinary approach means that you can also explore links between different subject areas.
Excellent career prospects: Graduate with the skills and knowledge to succeed in a wide range of careers. Our courses are highly vocational and 96% of Undergraduate students in our School were in work or further study six months after graduating (Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education Survey 2017).
A diverse community: Our students come from many educational backgrounds. We value this diversity and understand the importance of getting to know students as individuals.