Program Overview
The Principles of Protein Structure at Birkbeck University of London is a Postgraduate Certificate programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Principles of Protein Structure programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 3,825 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 2,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Principles of Protein Structure programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- protein structures are built up
- the structure of proteins contributes to functions that are common to all living things, as well as differences between them
- knowledge of protein structure has led to the development of drugs against diseases such as cancer and HIV/AIDS
- to use software to manipulate and explore 3D models of protein structure, and to view models of molecules in motion.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- Degree in science, computing or mathematics, or equivalent qualification, or relevant work experience.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 3,825 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 2,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 3,825 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 2,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Birkbeck University of London directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Birkbeck University of London
Birkbeck University of London
London, United Kingdom
Birkbeck is a public research university and a member of the University of London, located in the Bloomsbury area of central London, UK. It is particularly known for its flexible study model,...
University Profile- Start Date Oct, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
