PostgraduateMSc

Biochemistry

Name: Biochemistry
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The University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Scotland

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1 yearDuration

N/ATuition Fee

£28,500Avg. Graduate Salary

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Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in biological sciences with the MSc Biochemistry at The University of Edinburgh. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time structure. 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. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 83% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £27,000 within three years, a 89% continuation rate, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Protein Chemistry and Structure

Molecular Biology and Gene Expression

Metabolic Pathways and Regulation

Biophysical Techniques and Analysis

Enzyme Kinetics and Catalysis

Biochemistry Research Methods

Clinical Biochemistry and Diagnostics

Dissertation in Biochemistry

Academic Year:2026-27 entry

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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement

2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

Test	Overall	L	R	W	S
IELTS Academic	6.5	6	6	6	6

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

Fee information is not yet available. Please check the university website for details.

Revised 30 January 2026 to add in featured funding

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Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — The University of Edinburgh

Time After Graduation	Lower Quartile Salary	Median Salary	Upper Quartile Salary
15 months	£26,000	£28,500	£34,000
3 years	£21,000	£27,500	£33,000
5 years	£27,500	£35,000	£43,500

Official Data

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💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working

10%Studying

10%Work & Study

5%Seeking Work

95%Professional Jobs

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