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The University of Edinburgh: Biochemistry
| Institution | The University of Edinburgh View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Biological Sciences |
| Web | https://www.ed.ac.uk/studying |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
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
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apply chemical and physical principles to biological molecules in order to expand your understanding of their functional roles within complex living systems
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handle, characterise and manipulate biological molecules in the laboratory
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learn about applications of biological molecules and how they can be manipulated
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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.
MSc
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on our website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Central area campus George Square Edinburgh EH8 9JZ |
Edinburgh. Extraordinary futures await.
The University of Edinburgh is one of the world's top universities, consistently ranked in the world top 50, and placed 34th in the QS World University Rankings 2026.
Our position as one of Britain’s leading research universities was reaffirmed by the results of the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF). The University of Edinburgh is one of the world’s top research-intensive universities, ranked 4th in the UK for research power (Times Higher Education, Overall Ranking of Institutions), with 90% of our research activity classified as world leading or internationally excellent in the 2021 Research …
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