Follow your interests in core sciences from a diverse range of disciplines with a Bachelor of Science. You have the flexibility to explore an area that interests you while getting a broad foundation in science by studying a major, or gaining more specific expertise and a named degree by studying a specialisation. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology The Biochemistry and Molecular Biology major explores how living things work at the level of DNA, enzymes, cells, metabolism and genetics. It draws on the interface between biology, chemistry and genetics. Biochemists and molecular biologists are working on the big global challenges, from mapping genes to cancer cures to solutions for climate change. It’s an exciting, fast-growing area of science—and the opportunities continue to expand. What you will study Experimental design and statistics Genetics, evolution and biodiversity Disease and immunology Virology Biochemistry, nutrition and metabolism Molecular biology, DNA and genes Your career A degree in science opens up many job opportunities. Throughout the world there is a growing shortage of specialists who will create the next generation of ideas and products and help us maintain and conserve what we already have. Potential occupations include: laboratory technician intellectual property analyst bioinformatics technician research assistant graduate ecologist. Potential employers include: medical research organisations the biotechnology industry government and private consultancies universities science policy and planning departments education institutions