12 monthsProgramme duration
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Biochemistry is fundamental to most areas of life-science. It has a significant impact on modern medical research and is essential in the pharmaceutical, forensic, bioengineering, biotechnology, agricultural and environmental industries. By understanding the molecular basis of life, you will be provided with the skills to find solutions to some of the challenges faced in the world.
This programme aims to equip students with a deep understanding of biological molecules, and of the biochemical and biophysical techniques that are used to study them. This knowledge transfer is combined with the development of the student’s practical and technical skills, with plentiful hands-on experience in laboratories where students will learn to experiment with, and manipulate, biological molecules.
On this programme, you will be taught to:
- gain a thorough understanding of the structures and properties of biological molecules
- apply chemical and physical principles to biological molecules in order to expand your understanding of their functional roles within complex living systems
- handle, characterise and manipulate biological molecules in the laboratory
- learn about applications of biological molecules and how they can be manipulated
- communicate your knowledge by a variety of methods.
The programme is designed to develop highly skilled and driven biochemists who are well-equipped for employment in the life-sciences or for further academic research.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Biochemistry is fundamental to most areas of life-science. It has a significant impact on modern medical research and is essential in the pharmaceutical, forensic, bioengineering, biotechnology, agricultural and environmental industries. By understanding the molecular basis of life, you will be provided with the skills to find solutions to some of the challenges faced in the world.
This programme aims to equip students with a deep understanding of biological molecules, and of the biochemical and biophysical techniques that are used to study them. This knowledge transfer is combined with the development of the student’s practical and technical skills, with plentiful hands-on experience in laboratories where students will learn to experiment with, and manipulate, biological molecules.
On this programme, you will be taught to:
- gain a thorough understanding of the structures and properties of biological molecules
- apply chemical and physical principles to biological molecules in order to expand your understanding of their functional roles within complex living systems
- handle, characterise and manipulate biological molecules in the laboratory
- learn about applications of biological molecules and how they can be manipulated
- communicate your knowledge by a variety of methods.
The programme is designed to develop highly skilled and driven biochemists who are well-equipped for employment in the life-sciences or for further academic research.
Admission Requirements
Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements.
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