University of Namibia Bachelor of Science in Applied Biochemistry (Environmental) (Honours)

What is Bachelor of Science in Applied Biochemistry?

Applied Biochemistry focuses on knowledge and techniques in biochemistry that can be applied to solve challenges relating to improving health and nutrition, forensics, increasing agricultural and manufacturing productivity and sustaining the environment.

Requirements:

To register for Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (Honours) or Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry (Honours) degree programme a candidate must hold a valid Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate (NSSC) (ordinary or higher) or a recognised equivalent qualification. English is a compulsory subject and should normally have been obtained as a Second Language at NSSC (O level) with a minimum C symbol or English as a First Language at NSSC (O level) with a minimum D symbol. In addition at least a C symbol on NSSC or equivalent qualification in Mathematics and Physical Science is required. A candidate should obtain a minimum of 25 points on the UNAM Evaluation Point Scale in his/her five (5) best subjects (of which Mathematics, English, and Physical Science must be included) to be admitted to undergraduate studies (Refer to the General Admission Criteria for Undergraduate Programmes in the General Information and Regulations Yearbook). Obtaining the minimum number of points, however, does not necessarily ensure admission. Admission is based on availability of places and is awarded on the basis of merit.

The Faculty reserves the right to subject candidates to additional selection procedures before admission. Admission can also be considered for persons who qualify through the Mature Age Entry Scheme upon successful completion of the relevant examinations as set out in the General Regulations (in the General Information and Regulations Yearbook). A special application form is available for this purpose. Such candidates may also be required to pass a Faculty entry test before admission is considered.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you study biochemistry without physics?

So for study of biochemistry, it’s must important that it is combination of biology and Chemistry. so you no need to read physics and mathematics.

What subjects are in biochemistry?

• cell biology and signalling.
• genetics and DNA.
• structure and function of molecules.
• enzymology.
• proteins and membranes.
• microbiology and viruses.
• disease mechanisms.
• metabolism.

How many subjects are there in biochemistry?

The students giving the entrance exams for this course need to prepare for four subjects i.e, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics.

What can I do if I study biochemistry?

With you certificate, you can grow your career in areas like teaching, lab work, marketing, sales, administration in both private or public sectors. If you choose to work in an academic setting, your job would include teaching and researching.

What is Bachelor Science biochemistry?

A Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry is a degree that helps emerging scientists gain the theoretical and practical knowledge required to participate in the modern scientific community. Participating in this program will increase students’ fluency in essential subjects related to chemistry and biology.

Can I study biochemistry without maths?

The basic eligibility criteria for studying BSc Biochemistry is that a candidate must have finished their 10+2 from a recognised board in the science stream. The required subjects are physics, chemistry and biology.

Is biochemistry a medical course?

Yes, because biochemistry is a very wide reaching subject, and there are areas that overlap with Medicine. Knowledge developed using biochemistry helps the medical field, but the medical field also determines what a biochemist would choose to research.

Which is better microbiology or biochemistry?

Biochemistry has a better scope than microbiology but both are research oriented

Is there any entrance exam for biochemistry?

GITAM Institute of Science conducts a national-level entrance exam conducted once a year known as GSAT. GSAT is an objective type exam conducted in an offline mode for the duration of one hour to conduct admissions to various undergraduate and postgraduate degree colleges.

Can a biochemist work in the hospital?

A biochemist in the medical field can perform a wide range of functions. Some of the jobs of a biochemist in hospitals or clinics are to run analysis on blood samples, run analysis on body fluids like urine and stools. Another medical-related job of a biochemist is to a prescribed drug.

Can I switch from biochemistry to medicine?

You cannot be a medical doctor with a biochemistry degree. Although if you study medicine it won’t be as difficult as it will be for other students ( you’ll have an advantage over other students because of the knowledge you must have gained).

Can I study biochemistry without biology?

You can study Biochemistry with a fairly good background of Chemistry and with some elementary knowledge of Biology. You have more of chemistry of living processes in biochemistry than biology and the need for biology is not much to learn biochemistry.

What is the scope of BSC biochemistry?

B.Sc Biochemistry scope for job opportunities for the aspirants and the scope of salary for the graduate’s placements can get entry in the sectors as Biology Technician, Molecular Biologist, Ecologist, Botanist, Agriculture Consultant, Online Tutoring, Career In Genetics, Wildlife Conservationist.

How can a biochemist become a pharmacist?

A person who studied biochemistry as an undergraduate student can definitely study to become a pharmacist after they graduate. Vice versa, a person who is a pharmacist can also become a biochemist. You need to know biochemistry to understand the body, and you need to know the human body to understand pharmacology.

Is biochemistry a good course?

One who studied biochemistry can find career options in many research establishments/institutes with strong biological background, chemical and drug industries, biotech industries, food, and beverage industry. A degree in Biochemistry can qualify you for these job openings and many more job opportunities.

Which is best biotechnology or biochemistry?

In Conclusion. You can choose to study biotechnology if you are not sure of your area of interest during your undergraduate studies. However, if you love chemistry, you can study biochemistry as the major and learn various skills along the way. In both cases, further education up to Post-Graduation is a must, and a Ph.