Biochemists ask questions such as: How do fireflies create light and how can this bioluminescence be used as a research tool? What causes mad cow disease and how can this disease be cured? How can some bacteria thrive in boiling temperatures?
Biochemists are curious about how and why biological processes happen, and they research answers down to the molecular level. During the course of your studies, much of your learning will occur while actively working on problems in class, during tutorials, and in the laboratory. This degree will provide you with an understanding of the theory and practical use of current techniques used in biochemical research, and will give you an understanding of newly evolving fields such as bioinformatics and functional proteomics |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 90 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
- English
- Mathematics
- 2 of Biology or Chemistry or Physics or Computer and Information Science
1. Note that for the third prerequisite Mathematics 31 also fulfills the category.
2. Only one of Art, Dance, Drama or Music can be used in calculating the admission average.
3. Equivalent International Baccalaureate (IB), Advanced Placement (AP) courses or SAT2 subject tests are accepted.
4. High school direct entry to Biochemistry, Cellular, Molecular and Microbial Biology, Ecology, Plant Biology, and Zoology are all in the Honours stream. To enter the regular stream, seek a change of program from a different Faculty of Science program. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | Please see Biochemistry for up-to-date program requirements. |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.