Biochemical Society

Make a start at exploring a career in science...

Biochemistry is the ‘Chemistry of Life’. It is central to all areas of the Biological or Life Sciences. Studying Biochemistry provides an understanding of every aspect of the structure and function of living things at the molecular level. It is a laboratory based science that applies chemistry to biological systems.

Schools and colleges

What is biochemistry? What do biochemists do? Taking the first steps towards a better knowedge of the molecular biosciences...

Careers events

The Society runs a number of careers events, independently and with sister societies, aimed at supporting school students, young researchers and experienced scientists. Find out more...

Higher education and beyond

Find out about some of the best studentships in science, along with career advice, CV writing tips, profiles and more.

Career profiles

Check out the profiles of a number of individuals with interesting careers in science. Find out what jobs they do, how they got there and what they recommend for you. Find out more...

Download science careers information and leaflets from our bookshelf

Biochemistry prospectus for 2010

The new Biochemistry prospectus for 2010 is now available! Download for free

Find out information on university entry requirements for all Biochemistry and related courses for 2010, with further information on course types, what you can expect to cover on a Biochemistry course and career prospects.

Useful links to careers resources

Future Morph is designed to show you just some of the amazing and unexpected careers that studying science, technology, engineering and maths can lead to.

ABPI Careers was developed by the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry to provide information on careers in the pharmaceutical industry and life sciences - for students, careers advisors and other interested groups.