Overview

Biochemistry from Universidade Nova de Lisboa has a strong laboratory component, providing advanced training in emerging methodologies through its practical classes. As the faculty of this master's course consists of professors and researchers with an exceptional scientific curriculum and integrated in Research Units/Associated Laboratories (UCIBIO and LAQV) recognized in the national assessment system as excellent, students will havecthe opportunity to get in touch with lines of research of great scientific relevance and current.

Additionally, students will acquire skills in entrepreneurship, as well as proficiency in data processing and critical analysis, and scientific presentation to peers. This framework guarantees students a quality, versatile training, in line with the needs of the employer market, and even in line with a career in scientific research.

Careers

The Master in Biochemistry can pursue a career at national or international level in the following areas:

Research and Development (R&D) in Biochemistry, Biotechnology or Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Clinical, Biochemical, Microbiological, Genetic and Environmental Analysis Laboratories.
Forensic chemistry.
Food and Agri-food Industry.
Cosmetic and Pharmaceutical Industry.
Public Health Laboratories, and Medical Research Institutes.
Science Management.
Regulatory Bodies and Commissions and Quality Control.
Auditing, Consulting and Design Companies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Spectroscopy of Biomolecules
Gene Regulation
Biomolecular Techniques
Bioenergetics
Biomaterials
Biochemistry and Food Proccessing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-18 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lisbon, Portugal

Disciplines

Biochemistry View 7 other Masters in Biochemistry in Portugal

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Holders of a bachelor's degree, or legal equivalent in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, Health Sciences or related areas;
Holders of a foreign academic degree in required areas conferred following the 1st cycle of studies according to the Bologna Process;
Holders of a foreign academic degree in required areas recognized as meeting the objectives of the Bachelor´s degree by the Scientific Council of the NOVA FCT;

Holders of an academic, scientific or professional curriculum that is recognized as attesting the capacity to accomplish referred cycle of studies by the Scientific Council of the NOVA FCT.
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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

7000 EUR / year

≈ 7000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

1250 EUR / year

≈ 1250 EUR / year

Living costs

Lisbon

Portugal

630 - 1123 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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