UNAM Bachelor of Science in Applied Biochemistry
University of Namibia Bachelor of Science in Applied Biochemistry
Degree
Bachelor of Science Honours
Admission Criteria
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.
Duration of Study
The minimum duration for the Bachelor of Science in Applied Biochemistry degree programme is four (4) years. The Bachelor of Science in Applied Biochemistry degree must be completed with in four (4) years of full-time study
Modules
| Year 1, Semester 1 |
| Chemistry 1A |
| Basic Mathematics |
| English Communication and Study Skills |
| Physics for Life Sciences 1 |
| Computer Literacy |
| Introduction to Biology |
| Year 1, Semester 2 |
| Chemistry 1B |
| Precalculus |
| English for Academic Purposes |
| Contemporary Social Issues |
| Introduction to Statistics |
| Diversity of Life |
| Year 2, Semester 1 |
| Inorganic Chemistry I |
| Physical Chemistry I |
| Organic Chemistry I |
| Calculus I |
| Statistics for Life Sciences I |
| Year 2, Semester 2 |
| Biomolecules and Catalysis |
| Introduction to microbiology |
| Analytical Chemistry I |
| Year 3, Semester 1 |
| Bioenergetics and Metabolism |
| Biochemical Analysis |
| Analytical Chemistry II |
| Microbial Genetics |
| Drug Design and Development |
| Medicinal Chemistry I |
| Year 3, Semester 2 |
| Transmission of Genetic Information |
| Organic Chemistry II |
| Instrumental Analysis I |
| Physical Chemistry II |
| Research Methodology |
| Innovation and Entrepreneurship |
| Year 4, Semester 1 |
| Bioinformatics |
| Instrumental Analysis II |
| Research Project |
| Natural Product Chemistry I |
| Organic Chemistry III |
| Clinical Biochemistry |
| Year 4, Semester 2 |
| Biotechnology, Micro and Nanotechnology |
| Industrial Pharmaceutical Biotechnology |
| Research Project |
| Natural Product Chemistry II |
| Medicinal Chemistry II |
| Medical Bacteriology |
| Health and Nutritional Biochemistry |
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