UNAM Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
Degree
Bachelor of Science Honours
Admission Criteria
To register for the B.Sc Microbiology Honours degree programme a candidate must hold a valid Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate (NSSC) (Ordinary or Higher) or a recognized equivalent qualification.
English is a compulsory subject and should 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 to the above, admission to the Bachelor of Science Honourscourse requires at least a symbol C on NSSC or equivalent qualification in Mathematics; at least a symbol C on NSSC or equivalent qualification in Biology and at least a symbol C on NSSC or equivalent qualification in Physical Sciences.
A candidate should obtain a minimum of 25 points on the UNAM evaluation point scale in his/her five best subjects (of which the above mentioned subjects must be included) to be admitted to undergraduate studies. Obtaining the minimum number of points however, does not necessarily ensure admission. Admission is based on places available in courses, subjects and programs and is awarded on the basis of merit.
Admission can also be considered for candidates who qualify through the Mature Age Entry Scheme upon successful completion of the relevant examinations as set out in the general regulations.
Duration of Study
The minimum duration for the Bachelor of Science in Microbiology degree programme is four (4) years. The Bachelor of Science in Microbiology degree must be completed with in four (4) years of full-time study
Modules
| Year 1, Semester 1 |
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| Contemporary Social Issues |
| Basic Mathematics |
| Computer Literacy |
| English Communication & Study Skills |
| Introduction to Biology |
| Chemistry 1A |
| Physics for Life Sciences |
| Year 1, Semester 2 |
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| Pre-Calculus |
| English for Academic Purposes |
| Introduction to Statistics |
| Chemistry 1 B |
| Diversity of Life |
| Year 2, Semester 1 |
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| Animal Form and Function |
| Cell Molecular Biology and Genetics |
| Biometrics I |
| Microbial Systematics |
| Organic Chemistry I |
| Year 2, Semester 2 |
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| Plant Form and Function |
| Introduction to Microbiology |
| Biometrics II |
| Biomolecules and Catalysis |
| Year 3, Semester 1 |
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| Microbial Ecology I |
| Physiology |
| Microbial Genetics |
| Bioenergetics and Metabolism |
| Recombinant DNA Technology |
| Year 3, Semester 2 |
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| Biotechnology |
| Genetics |
| Organic Chemistry II |
| Research Methodology |
| Transmission of Genetic Information |
| Year 4, Semester 1 |
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| Research Project |
| Environmental And Industrial Microbiology |
| Mycology |
| Bioinformatics |
| Internship |
| Year 4, Semester 2 |
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| Research Project |
| Internship |
| Immunology |
| Virology |
| Medical Bacteriology or |
| Applied Genetics |
| Parasitology or |
| Developmental Biology |
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