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Life Sciences

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Chemistry

Life Sciences

Understanding human diseases such as cancer, metabolic disorders, autoimmunity and infectious diseases at the level of cells and their molecules seems more important than ever. This knowledge enables researchers to develop new drugs, vaccines and other treatment strategies. And ensures that they can thoroughly cover technical principles such as recombinant DNA technology, bioinformatics and cell culture. You will gain practical experience in the laboratory with important techniques such as: immunological tests, biochemical analyzes and genetic screening. You will also become acquainted with the ethical and technical challenges that this type of research faces.

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Chemistry

Life Sciences is part of the Chemistry programme

In the Chemistry degree programme at HZ, you focus on a broad field of work. You are given plenty of room to choose a route that suits you. Job prospects are excellent: the chemical sector is desperate for well-trained men and women. Whichever study route you choose, you will be trained to become an analytical and accurate researcher who will soon help the world move forward!

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