MSc Advanced Biochemistry
Course overview
The University of Strathclyde MSc Advanced Biochemistry programme helps students to understand how cells work at a molecular level and how such processes are related to disease. The course is offered at the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, and is an educational programme that offers life sciences and applied laboratory skills. The curriculum includes compulsory modules on essential skills and advanced research techniques.
The programme includes two semesters of lectures and integrated laboratory courses. Students can choose from elective modules and complete a summer research project, which can be laboratory-based, a critical analysis, or a data-mining project. Teaching is provided by active researchers and practising clinical professionals, including guest lecturers from the NHS.
Entry requirements
To be enrolled, you need to submit a personal statement and a relevant academic and/or employer reference. You also have the option to upload your CV to demonstrate your work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- You are required to have a minimum second-class (2:2) honours degree, or an equivalent international qualification, in a biological or chemical discipline.
English Proficiency:
- If English is not your first language, you will need a minimum IELTS score of 6.0, with no component below 5.5.
- Other equivalent test scores, such as PTE and TOEFL, are also accepted.
Scholarships
Faculty of Engineering International Scholarship for Masters Study
The value of the scholarship award is £6,000 and will be deducted from your tuition fees.
Up to £6,000Faculty of Engineering: Dean’s International Excellence Award for Masters Study
Dean’s International Excellence Awards for Masters Study worth between £9,000 and £12,000 to exceptional applicants joining a postgraduate taught programme in September 2026.
Up to £9,000Faculty of Science International Excellence Scholarship for Postgraduate Taught Masters Students
The scholarships value will range from £7,000 to £8,000.
Up to £7,000Faculty of Science International Masters Scholarship
Scholarships of £6,000 are available to new international fee-paying students.
Up to £6,000Faculty of Science International Scholarship for MRes Physics
Scholarships of £7,000 are available to new international students joining the MRes Physics in the academic year 2025/26.
Up to £7,000Faculty of Science Scholarship for Online Masters Students
Scholarships of £1,900 are available to new students joining one of our online programmes in September 2026.
Up to £1,900Humanities & Social Sciences Alumni Scholarship: Postgraduate Taught
Value: 20% tuition fee discount.
Up to 20% of feesHumanities & Social Sciences Dean's International Excellence Scholarship
The Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences is delighted to offer a number of Deans Excellence scholarships worth £10,000 to international students.
Up to £10,000Humanities & Social Sciences: International Masters Scholarships
The scholarships will be awarded to the value of £6,000 or £8,000.
Law Postgraduate Community Bursary
Value: £700
Up to £700Masters Scholarship for Physics International Students
Scholarships of £7,000 are available to new international fee-paying students joining a postgraduate taught masters degree in the Department of Physics in September 2026.
Up to £7,000MBA Part Time - Female Leader of the Future Scholarship
he value of each award will be £6500 - deducted from tuition fees.
Up to £6,500MBA Part time Visionary Scholarship
The value of each award will be £6500 - deducted from tuition fees.
Up to £6,500SBS International Masters Scholarship
Scholarship awards will range from £7,000 to £9,000, depending on the programme and course fee.
Up to £7,000Strathclyde Business School Dean's Excellence Award for International Students
Value: Varies by course fee - Between £10,000 and £12,000
Up to £10,000Strathclyde Full Time MBA 60th Anniversary Scholarships
Value: 50% of Full Time MBA tuition fee.
Up to 50% of feesTuition Fee Reduction of 25% for NHS Employees
Up to 25% of tuition fees
Career opportunities
Graduates of this programme work as:
- Biomedical Scientist
- Research Scientist
- Clinical Scientist
- Biotechnologist
- Pharmaceutical Scientist
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee for international students taking the MSc Advanced Biochemistry at the University of Strathclyde is £31,250.
Admission
Applications for this course can be submitted online through the university’s application system. Please speak to our trained advisors for assistance.
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