Biochemistry

Prepare to be a biochemist by reaching new frontiers - understand how chemical compounds form living organisms, and grasp the fundamental, physical nature of life itself. MBiochem (Hons) Biochemistry Prepare to be a biochemist by reaching new frontiers - understand how chemical compounds form living organisms, and grasp the fundamental, physical nature of life itself. Book your place for our Open Days on Saturday 12 September and Sunday 13 September 2026.

Biochemistry sits at the boundary between the physical and life sciences. It concerns the molecular basis of health and disease, contributing to the discovery of new medicines, the growth of biotechnology, and the feeding of a growing population. You'll learn how knowledge of DNA sequences and appreciation of the structure and function of proteins are enabling us to better understand how living systems work, guiding the design of drugs to combat disease, and the engineering of biomolecules to enhance industrial processes.