Biochemistry is a fundamental discipline at the interface between biology, chemistry and biotechnology. It is dedicated to the study of chemical reactions that occur in living organisms, with an emphasis on metabolic processes, the structure and function of biomolecules, and cell signalling pathways.
In addition to a wide range of Biochemistry applied to Biomedicine, Biotechnology, the Environment and Biomaterials, this master's degree offers specialised training in Molecular Biophysics, Structural Biology and Analytical Biochemistry.
Therefore, this master's degree strengthens skills in the analysis, characterisation and development of new biochemical technologies and their application in health, the food industry and environmental biotechnology.
The Master's in Biochemistry is a response to the growing need to train qualified human resources, driven by the recent development of companies in the Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences areas, both in Portugal and in Europe.
"Impulso Mestre 2026" Scholarship
These scholarships, worth 450 euros, are available to all students who:
a) Are applying, for the first time to the first year of a Master’s degree at NOVA FCT;
b) Have completed their Bachelor’s degree with a final grade equal to or higher than 15 (out of 20);
c) Have completed their Bachelor’s degree at a higher education institution in Portugal or in another Member State of the European Union.
Note: Only candidates whose course edition takes place at NOVA FCT are eligible.
The results will be announced in November 2026.
Check the regulations (in Portuguese only)!
