Biochemistry

Biochemistry at Sheffield allows you to explore the basis of life at the molecular level. You’ll learn about cells, proteins, and DNA, and how these molecules interact to sustain life.

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Our courses

We offer a range of options, including the traditional three-year BSc and our four-year integrated masters (MBiolSci) that gives you an extra year of research experience. You can apply to spend a year working on placement or studying abroad, once you join the University.

Learn more about biochemistry at Sheffield, including details of our modules:

Undergraduate

Biochemistry BSc

2026-27
/ September start
A Levels AAB
UCAS code C700
3 years
/ Full-time
Accredited

Explore the basis of life at the molecular level, from cells, proteins and DNA, to how these molecules interact to sustain life, before putting your knowledge and skills into practice in the lab.
Undergraduate

Biochemistry MBiolSci

2026-27
/ September start
A Levels AAA
UCAS code C709
4 years
/ Full-time

Explore the basis of life at the molecular level, from cells, proteins and DNA, to how these molecules interact to sustain life. If you're thinking about a career in industrial or academic research, this course involves a major research project of your choice in your fourth year.

Accredited degrees

Our undergraduate BSc degrees in biochemistry are accredited by the Royal Society of Biology which shows employers that you've developed the practical skills and scientific knowledge that they're looking for.

What our students say

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Biochemistry brings together my curiosity for biology and my love of chemistry!

Flo Brand MBiolSci Biochemistry

When Flo came to Sheffield, she thought it was the human biology side of the subject she was most interested in, until she began exploring and discovered Microbiology! Flo hasn't only discovered a new area of Biochemistry she loves, but also gained confidence in public speaking and written communication, too.

The University of Sheffield is ranked number one in the Russell Group for "student voice" in the subject of Molecular Biology, Biophysics and Biochemistry

— National Student Survey (NSS) 2025

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