Principles of Biochemistry

This course introduces the principles of biochemistry, beginning with the biological building blocks of cells and progressing to fundamental metabolic signalling cascades, exploring how these pathways can be utilised in cancer therapy.

£260.00

Starts 14th September 2026

Principles of Biochemistry

This course introduces the principles of biochemistry, beginning with the biological building blocks of cells and progressing to fundamental metabolic signalling cascades, exploring how these pathways can be utilised in cancer therapy.

£260.00

Starts 14th September 2026

About This Course

This course offers a diverse introduction to biochemistry, focusing on a range of themes including the basic structure of proteins, key enzymatic reactions, and more complex signalling pathways that drive cell growth. Students will gain a good understanding of key biochemical pathways such as glycolysis and the citric acid cycle. The two chief cell signalling cascades, which are essential for cell growth, will also be discussed in detail. Importantly, students will learn about perturbed cell metabolism in cancer cells and how this can be targeted in novel cancer therapy.
7 Modules
10 Hours
Level: Intermediate
Language: English
Course Type: Self-paced
CPD Accredited Certificate
Online Learning
CPD ACCREDITED

Who Is This Course For

This course is designed for anyone looking to advance their knowledge of the principles of biochemistry, whether to supplement their university course or to further their career. By taking this course, you will gain insight into the underlying mechanisms of our cells and how key biochemical reactions work together to provide energy, enabling us to stay alive. This course will highlight several key energy sources and explain how these are utilised in cells, as well as what happens when these mechanisms become dysregulated. This certification will give an advantage to anyone seeking competitive entry-level biochemistry jobs or looking to further their education in an advanced degree biochemistry program.

What you'll learn

  • Understand the basics of protein structure and protein folding.
  • Appreciate the many different sources of energy for cell metabolism.
  • Be able to draw enzymatic reactions.
  • Gain an insight into key biochemical reactions in the cells.
  • Become familiar with key cell signalling pathways.
  • Understand the importance of cell biochemistry in cancer therapy.

Meet Your Instructor

Dr. Mai Shafei

Mai holds a PhD in Cancer Metabolism from the University of the West of England, UK. Her PhD focused on dysregulated cell metabolism in particular the role branched-chain aminotransferase proteins in the progression of breast cancer. Her work has been published in peer-reviewed scientific journals including Oncotarget. After her PhD, she moved to Sheffield for a post-doctoral research position at the University of Sheffield investigating mechanisms by which epithelial tissues shape and polarize using the mammary gland as a model system. She has developed strong expertise in biochemistry, breast cancer, cell biology and cell signalling pathways.

Our Partners

We are proud to partner with the leading In2scienceUK as a step towards achieving our mission of imparting quality education and knowledge across the globe.

How This Course Supports Your Career Development

Biotechnology is one of the fastest-evolving industries in the world, creating demand for professionals with knowledge of emerging fields such as genomics, gene therapy, bioinformatics, artificial intelligence and precision medicine.

Our learners include students, graduates, researchers and professionals from leading universities, pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology organisations and research institutions across the UK and internationally.

Upon successful completion, learners receive a CPD-accredited certificate and earn recognised CPD hours that can be included on CVs, LinkedIn profiles, professional portfolios and CPD records.

By completing this course, you will strengthen your scientific knowledge, earn valuable CPD hours and demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development within the life sciences sector.

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