Biomolecular Sciences Research

Study for a higher degree by research in the Biomolecular Sciences Research programme fromSheffield Hallam University.

The Biomolecular Sciences Research programme from Sheffield Hallam University involves training in research methods and a laboratory based high level scientific investigation. The nature of the work and the time it takes to finish the research means a research degree is demanding and needs great commitment.

Key facts

• Become trained in research methods and complete a high level research project

• Undertake research in disease mechanisms, bioanalytical chemistry (incorporating the Centre for Mass Spectrometry Imaging), molecular microbiology, or chemistry and biomaterials.

Careers and opportunities

• Research degrees are a vital qualification for most academic careers, and for professional specialisation and development in an existing or planned career.

Curriculum:

• Whilst studying, postgraduate students are encouraged and supported to present their latest research findings at national and international conferences as part of the BMRC.

• You present your results in a thesis, explain the methods used in your research and defend them in a viva voice examination.