Bachelor of Science (Science) in Biochemistry

Many of the advances in plant and animal health rely on the understanding of both chemistry and biology. This course will provide graduates with skills and knowledge to work in this exciting interface. Students who choose to pursue the biochemistry major commence their study program with a range of science units designed to provide them with foundation skills and knowledge on which to build and specialise their degree. The second and third year program consists of a set of core units which develop skills essential to all practising biochemists. Students have the option to augment their core units of study in the biochemistry major with concurrent studies in either a 'chemistry' or 'environment' stream.On completion of the three year BSc (Biochemistry) degree, students who have performed well will be invited to complete an extra year of study to obtain an Honours qualification in either Chemistry or Environment and Agriculture. The research focus of an Honours degree provides a pathway for career advancement at higher level than the base degree.