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Straddling the intersection of chemistry and biology, biochemistry is the study of chemical processes relating to living organisms. It involves understanding the intricate molecular processes of cellular functions, the fascinating world of genetic expression, and the biochemical pathways which affect our microscopic selves.
A master’s degree in biochemistry encompasses both theoretical and practical aspects, offering a mixture of lecture and seminar-based learning, laboratory work, research projects, and offers the opportunity to build on your undergraduate knowledge to develop a specialism that may form the basis for your future career.
You’ll typically need a strong undergraduate degree in a related scientific field. A master's degree course is typically one year full-time.
Biochemistry is a versatile branch of natural science, and you can expect to engage with a variety of learning methods from lectures, seminars, extensive laboratory work, report writing, and formal examinations. It's a multidisciplinary science requiring fluency in many subjects, including chemistry, biology and mathematics. You’ll learn advanced data analytics, rigorous experimental practices, and gain the ability to present your work to a range of audiences, both scientific and non-scientific.
The result is that you’ll graduate with the skills to thrive in a number of different career pathways, from scientific research, to consultancy, education, and data-oriented roles in organisations all around the world. Biochemistry is also a solid basis for PhD or doctoral studies in a relatively broad range of subject areas, including biotechnology, environmental science, medical research and pharmacology.
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