To provide students with a broad and balanced foundation of biochemical knowledge and practical skills
To develop in students the ability to apply knowledge and skills to solving theoretical and practical problems in biochemistry
To develop in students, a range of transferable skills that are of value in biochemical and non-biochemical employment
To provide students with knowledge and skills base from which they can proceed to further studies in specialised areas of biochemistry or multi-disciplinary areas involving biochemistry
To provide, through training and orientation, an appreciation of the rewards of inter- and multi-disciplinary approach to the solution of complex life problems