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SchoolUniversity of Alberta
LocationEdmonton, AB, Canada
School TypeUniversity
School SizeFull-time Undergraduate: 35,000
Full-time Graduate: 8,400
DegreeBachelor
Honours
Co-op
Length4 Year(s)
Entry Grade (%)*80%
Prerequisites
  •  Grade12 English 
  •  Grade12 Advanced Functions 
  • 2 of  Grade12 Biology  or  Grade12 Physics  or  Grade12 Chemistry  or  Grade12 Computer Related Studies 
  •  Grade12 Humanities  or  Grade12 International Languages  or  Grade12 Visual Arts  or  Grade12 Mathematics 
Prerequisites NotesApplicants must have: one of the following courses: Anglais EAE4U, English EAL4U, English ENG4U, or Studies in Literature ETS4U; one of the following subjects: Fine Arts, Humanities, Languages other than English, or Math/Sciences; one of the following courses: Advanced Functions MHF4U; and two of the following courses: Physics SPH4U, Computer Studies ICS4U, Calculus and Vectors MCV4U, Chemistry SCH4U, or Biology SBI4U.
Cost
International: $30,090

This estimate is based on one year of full-time study, and represents only the tuition cost.
Scholarships
DescriptionBiochemistry explores the chemistry of living organisms and the molecular basis for change occurring in living cells, providing the basis for practical advances in areas as diverse as medicine, agriculture, veterinary medicine, and forensics.

The Honors Biochemistry degree is a structured program that includes a directed research project in the senior year. You can access unique opportunities like our research abroad course and Certificate in Biomedical Research to further develop your research skills and gain experience that will take your education in new directions.
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