Research overview

Focusing upon technical knowledge and practical skills, this MRes is ideal for:

students who want to pursue research in industrially relevant areas of biochemistry, such as biopharma/healthcare, healthy foods, bioarchaeology, business/entrepreneurship and other related areas

those currently working in industry wishing to obtain a masters qualification while working in a company’s own laboratories. Many of the modules can also be studied remotely, giving you the flexibility to study alongside other work commitments.

The effective roll out of vaccines against Covid is the result of effective macromolecular design monitored by accurate measurement.

This programme is taught in conjunction with leading biopharma/healthcare and food companies such as:

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• AstraZeneca
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• Arecor
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• Sanofi
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• GSK
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• Upperton Laboratories
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• Britvic
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• Institutes such as the National Institute for Biological Standards and the Viking Ship Museum (Oslo).

Projects are currently available in the following areas:

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• Biopharma and Healthcare
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• Industrial Biochemistry
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• Food Chemistry
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• Macromolecular Biotechnology
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• Biomolecular Conservation in Archaeology
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• Business Aspects of Biomolecular Technology

Careers

Whether you are considering a career in academia, industry or haven't yet decided,

Expert staff will work with you to explore PhD career options and apply for vacancies, develop your interview skills and meet employers. You can book a one-to-one appointment, take an online course or attend a workshop.

International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the