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Biochemistry

Explore life at its smallest scale

Your unique journey into the molecular world starts here. Explore life through flexible modules ranging from genetics to metabolism, with expert guidance and hands-on lab learning.You'll build confidence, practical skills and a strong foundation for future opportunities in science, healthcare and beyond.
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92% of our research rated world-leading or internationally excellent

(REF 2021)

Top 100in the World for Life Sciences and Medicine

(QS 2026)

87%in work or further study within 15 months of graduating

(GOS 2023)

Top reasons to study Biochemistry at Queen Mary

  1.  Biochemistry at Queen Mary equips you with in-demand skills that lead to careers across pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, diagnostics and beyond, with many graduates also progressing into fields such as research, education, finance and consulting.
  2. Recent roles Biochemistry graduates have gone onto include: Medical Affairs Graduate at Novartis, Project Support Associate at Signant Health, Gene Editing Technician at Oxford Genetics, IT Consultant at Deloitte LLP, Finance Planning Analyst at LG electronics, Data Manager at Medical Research Council Clinical Trial Unit at UCL, Graduate Automation Tester at Sky UK.
  3. Immerse yourself in research that connects biochemistry with fields such as Artificial intelligence in healthcare, genomics, advanced imaging technologies and investigations into diseases like Alzheimer’s. You’ll learn within a research-intensive environment supported by specialist facilities and interdisciplinary centres, and benefit from access to shared analytical services and modern laboratory infrastructure.

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Scholarships up to £20,000

Queen Mary University of London is offering scholarships worth up to £20,000 for highly qualified international offer holders joining eligible undergraduate taught programmes in September 2027.

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Our students say...

The course has confirmed my passion for the subject, introducing me to fascinating areas like comparative and integrative physiology, offering hands-on lab experiences such as the phage practical, and providing consistent academic and personal support through a dedicated advisor.
— Holly Lucia Gregory , BSc Biochemistry (2025)

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G.E. Fogg, home to our biosciences and psychology students, recently underwent a £4.5 million refurbishment and offers excellent on-campus facilities to aid your studies. Take a 360° tour around the building. 

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