B.Sc. Program
B.Sc. Programs (Honors, Specialization and Major)
Bachelor of Science degree programs in Biochemistry are offered as Honors, Specialization and Major degrees. These degree programs are offered through the Faculty of Science at the University of Alberta. The programs are similar but differ in terms of their core course requirements. The following links provide information about the expected course content of the programs as well as information on how to register and what the current fee structure is for the degree programs at the University of Alberta.
Biochemistry BSc (Honors and Major)
Biochemistry BSc (Specialization)
Admission to the Faculty of Science
Part of the Honors and Specialization programs include a research component (BIOCH 398/498/499); in addition, students who are in the Biochemistry program and who wish to have the experience of carrying out research are encouraged to apply for summer student positions. They can develop their own research skills, experience the fun of basic research and gain an understanding of how biochemistry labs operate. Please click here to view departmental faculty and their research interests. Information may also be provided by the Biochemistry Student Association (bcsa@ualberta.ca) to help with deciding on investigators to work with, contact them for further information.
If you are interested in a B.Sc. in Biochemistry, the Biochemistry Student Services Office is located in 581 Medical Sciences Building. For an appointment with a Program Advisor please do not hesitate to reach out.