Overview

The Master’s Program in Biochemistry with specialization in Protein Chemistry at Stockholm University will provide a 360 degree understanding of proteins, from their physical properties and structures, to how they behave, interact and function in complex environments.

Current techniques used to study proteins, their folding, structure, cellular localization, interactions and functions is another important focus in the programme.

You will learn the basics principles of recombinant protein production, protein engineering and protein purification, as well biophysical characterisation and structure determination of proteins by for instance x-ray crystallography, NMR and cryo-EM. Moreover, you will also get to dive into the world of biological membranes, which consist of both proteins and lipids, as wells as to study how protein expression can be modified and studied in live eukaryotic cells.

Career opportunities

Many of our students use this programme as a stepping stone towards obtaining a PhD and an academic career. However, alumni from the programme have also landed jobs with top pharmaceutical and biotech firms.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced methods in biochemistry
Protein structure and function
Spectroscopy of biological molecule
Structure and dynamics of biological membranes
Proteins in eukaryotic cells

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Stockholm, Sweden

Disciplines

Chemistry Biochemistry View 10 other Masters in Biochemistry in Sweden

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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

PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

ELIGIBILITY

Bachelor's Degree in Natural Sciences or equivalent, including at least 60 ECTS credits in Chemistry of which 15 ECTS credits should be in Biochemistry.
The degree should also include an additional 30 ECTS credits in either chemistry, physics or molecular life sciences. Swedish upper secondary school course English 6 or equivalent

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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

140000 SEK / year

≈ 140000 SEK / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

For citizens from outside EU, EEA or Switzerland. First instalment: 70000 SEK.
National students: application fee of 900 SEK

Living costs

Stockholm

Sweden

9668 - 17248 SEK / 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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