Students of biochemistry learn about nature at the molecular level. Their studies prepare them for work in the fields of molecular and cell biology, indispensable preparation for new challenges in the areas of biotechnology, biomedicine and the health sector in general. As part of the degree program, students also acquire the skills necessary for valuable research.

An interest in all topics related to biomedicine and biotechnology – in particular, genetics, biochemistry, cell biology and microbiology. The qualities of a good student of biochemistry: observant and sensitive; perceptive and attentive; creative, with good analytic and reasoning skills; an ability to organize and assimilate information well; critical skills; manual dexterity; hardworking and thorough.

Biomedical and biotechnological research; laboratory research and development in the chemical, pharmaceutical, health and food sectors; expertise in biotechnology, genetic engineering, molecular and cell biology, industrial microbiology and biochemistry; new fields of research in relation to the genome, proteome and metabolism.

Work experience in industry (the food sector; environmental management bodies; research laboratories in the areas of clinical analysis, wine production, microbiology and genetics; industrial chemistry and pharmaceutical companies; forestry management bodies; waste and water treatment plants; disease control centers; fish farms; maritime museums and natural parks; companies in the food sector (dairy products, meat, etc.); biotechnology centers). Study periods abroad (the Erasmus and Socrates programs in universities in Germany, Belgium, Denmark, France, Holland, England, Italy, Norway and Switzerland). Student internships with different departments in the School of Sciences. Research projects in companies, the School of Sciences laboratories, or in research centers at the University of Navarra (e.g. CIMA: Center for Applied Medical Research). Access to the sports facilities and the many social and cultural activities organized by the School of Sciences and the University of Navarra. Voluntary work programs in environmental conservation.