Biochemistry is the study of living systems at a molecular level.
Biochemists are interested in understanding the components that make up cells, how they are formed and how they interact to function. This includes, for example, understanding:
* how molecular machines actually work
* how drugs bind and inhibit their targets
* how membranes and viruses interact
* how cell signals are transmitted
In this programme, you will study the structure and function of macromolecules such as proteins, nucleic acids and...
Biochemistry is the study of living systems at a molecular level.<br/>Biochemists are interested in understanding the components that make up cells, how they are formed and how they interact to function. This includes, for example, understanding:<br/><br/><br/>* how molecular machines actually work<br/><br/><br/>* how drugs bind and inhibit their targets <br/><br/><br/>* how membranes and viruses interact <br/><br/><br/>* how cell signals are transmitted<br/><br/><br/>In this programme, you will study the structure and function of macromolecules such as proteins, nucleic acids and carbohydrates, and biological systems from cell extracts to whole organisms.<br/><br/>**Applications of biochemistry**<br/><br/>Biochemistry is the foundation for modern-day drug design and development and is based on the study of the 3D structure of drugs and their protein targets. It complements the field of pharmacology and drug delivery and has a number of other applications such as in the food, brewing and cosmetics industries.<br/><br/>**Flexibility**<br/><br/>Biological Sciences explores the study of living organisms, covering everything from the interactions of animals in their environment to how genes are expressed.<br/><br/>We offer 12 different biological sciences subject areas, including biochemistry. Regardless of your initial application choice, you will have the opportunity to explore aspects of each of our programmes in the early years and can choose to specialise in whichever one interests you.<br/><br/>Our skills-based curriculum will equip you with data analysis, programming and problem-solving skills, as well as teaching you effective communication, and independent thinking. This will prepare you to be a part of the next generation of scientific thinkers who apply their skills in various contexts.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Central area campus
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C700
Institution Code
E56
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Not Accepted
A,A,B,B
AABB (achievement by end of S5 preferred). BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: Biology or Human Biology at B; Chemistry at B. You must have a grade A in one of Biology (or Human Biology), Chemistry, Mathematics (or Applications of Mathematics) or Physics. Advanced Higher Biology and Chemistry are recommended. We will only consider one of Biology or Human Biology; Mathematics or Applications of Mathematics. National 5s: English at C; Mathematics or Physics at B. We accept Higher Applications of Mathematics at C in place of National 5 Mathematics at B.
37
32
from 37 points with 666 at HL to 32 points with 655 at HL. Required subjects: HL: Biology at 5; Chemistry at 5. SL: Mathematics: Analysis and approaches, Mathematics: Applications and interpretation, or Physics at 6; English at 5.
A,A,A
A,B,B
AAA - ABB. These grades should be achieved in one set of exams. Required subjects: A levels: Biology at B; Chemistry at B. You must have a grade A in one of Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics. GCSEs: Mathematics or Physics at B or 6; English at C or 4.
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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Scotland | £1,820 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £38,900 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |