Are you curious about Biochemistry?
Biochemistry is the discovery of chemical processes and transformations in living organisms, including the structure and function of cellular components such as proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, and other biomolecules. Biotechnology involves the development of novel products and new methods of production based on living organisms or their parts. Both biochemistry and biotechnology can be used to address issues in medicine, agrifood, industry, and the environment. Explore our undergraduate programming to determine which program is right for you.
Biochemistry Programs
Biochemistry (Honours)
Snapshot: This 20.0 credits program is built on a strong foundation in biology and chemistry. Core biochemistry courses and labs are complemented with a range of optional advanced courses in biochemistry, biology, and chemistry. Includes a capstone research project in the final year of study.
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Biochemistry and Biotechnology (Combined Honours)
Snapshot: This 20.0 credits program combines the science of biotechnology with biochemistry. Specific courses in biotechnology explore biochemical discoveries and commercialization that apply to medical, agricultural, industrial, and environmental fields. Includes a capstone research project in the final year of study.
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Computational Biochemistry (Combined Honours)
Snapshot: This 20.0 credits program equips biochemistry students with knowledge and skills in computing and mathematics to solve biochemical problems with computational and bioinformatics tools. Includes a capstone research project in the final year of study.
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Detailed Program: Undergraduate Calendar
Biochemistry (Major)
Snapshot: This 20.0 credits program offers more flexibility in advanced course options than the Biochemistry (Honours). While the program does not include a capstone research project, research-based courses are available at the 2000 and 3000 levels.
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Detailed program: Undergraduate Calendar
Biochemistry Courses
For a full list of our biochemistry courses, please explore: Biochemistry Courses.
Archived Undergraduate Calendar
If you started your degree prior to the current academic year, the Undergraduate Calendar may not reflect the version of the degree from your catalogue year. To find course and program requirements for the degree of your catalogue year, browse through Undergraduate Calendar Archives.
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