BSc (Hons) Biochemistry

BSc (Hons) Biochemistry

Pharmaceutical Technical University | Degree awarded by the University of Sunderland (UK)

Launch your career in pharmaceutical sciences, biotechnology and healthcare with a UK-accredited Biochemistry degree, delivered in Uzbekistan at the state-of-the-art laboratories of Pharmaceutical Technical University (PTU).

This three-year, full-time programme builds a rigorous foundation in chemistry, medicinal chemistry, molecular and cell biology, and biochemistry — combined with hands-on laboratory practice from day one. Graduates leave fully equipped for further study or for careers across the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare and research sectors, in Uzbekistan and worldwide.

Why study Biochemistry at PTU?

• 🎓 Official UK degree awarded by the University of Sunderland
• 🏆 Ranked among the UK's Top 10 pharmaceutical degree programmes
• 🔬 Laboratory practice from Year 1, using advanced equipment at PTU's "BioPharma City" campus
• 🌍 Taught and assessed entirely in English, opening doors to global careers
• 🏭 Direct industry exposure through guest lectures from pharmaceutical and NHS professionals
• 🤝 Optional placement year for real workplace experience, taking total credits to 480

Programme at a glance

What you'll study

• Year 1: Introduction to Molecular and Cell Biology · Chemistry for Pharmaceutical and Biological Sciences · Introduction to Pharmacology, Physiology and Anatomy · Introduction to Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Regulations and Professional Skills
• Year 2: Advanced Molecular and Cell Biology · Advanced Chemistry for Pharmaceutical and Biological Sciences · Infection and Immunity · Cell Signalling and Metabolic Regulation (placement-year route includes an additional Work Placement)
• Year 3: Research Project · Modern Drug Design · Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing · Biochemical Aspects of Disease

Where it can take you Pharmaceuticals (manufacturing, QA/QC, regulatory affairs, clinical trials) · NHS and healthcare (biomedical scientist, clinical laboratories, pathology) · Academic research (MSc/PhD) · Biotechnology (bioprocessing, diagnostics, genomics, personalised medicine) · Business, finance and consulting · International roles with global pharma and health organisations

Admission requirements

• Secondary or specialised secondary education diploma with a grade of 60% or above
• English proficiency: CEFR B2 (49) · Duolingo 100 · TOEFL iBT 72 · or PTU's internal DATE/ELPT exam at 5.5 (exemptions available for applicants schooled fully in English)

Tuition

• International students: $5,500 USD per academic year
• Eligible students may apply for scholarships from the Uzbekistan Pharmaceutical Industry Development Agency

Start your journey to a globally recognised career in biochemistry and pharmaceutical sciences — apply to PTU's BSc (Hons) Biochemistry today.