Ottawa,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc in Biochemistry (Honours) - Synthetic Biology in Ottawa Canada | University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa
|
Ottawa Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
43,335
(c. USD31,081.34)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Biochemistry program offers an interdisciplinary curriculum merging chemistry and biology, equipping students to explore life's molecular foundations. Participants study how key biological molecules—including proteins, DNA, RNA, and pharmaceuticals—interact at the atomic scale and influence both healthy and diseased cellular functions. This program delivers comprehensive education across biochemistry disciplines, with focused tracks in biotechnology, microbiology, immunology, and innovative fields like chemical and synthetic biology. Beyond theoretical instruction, the program emphasizes hands-on laboratory experience, providing students with individualized training in modern biochemical techniques. Graduates enjoy excellent career prospects, securing positions in diverse sectors from food science to medical diagnostics and sustainable industries. The program also serves as strong preparation for advanced academic pursuits, including master's or doctoral programs, as well as professional healthcare education such as medical school.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
You must have an Ontario high school diploma with at least six 4U-4M or DU-level courses to be eligible for admission to the first year of university. Please note:
All the courses that are prerequisites for your chosen program must be 4U-level courses, unless otherwise indicated.
We use your top six interim or final grades in 4U, 4M, or DU courses, including the prerequisites for your chosen program, to calculate your admission average. We do not round up your grades.
International baccalaureate diploma
Applicants enrolled in the International Baccalaureatenorth_eastexternal link Diploma program are eligible for admission if they have completed (or are in the process of completing) the full IB program and meet the following conditions:
Have passed six subjects (including the prerequisites for your program of choice) with at least three at the Standard Level and three at the Higher Level.
Have a minimum average of 29 points. The minimum average might be higher depending on the program you have chosen.
IELTS - overall score 6.5 with minimum writing section score 6.5
TOEFL - IBT - Overall Score 86 with writing section score 22.
All the courses that are prerequisites for your chosen program must be 4U-level courses, unless otherwise indicated.
We use your top six interim or final grades in 4U, 4M, or DU courses, including the prerequisites for your chosen program, to calculate your admission average. We do not round up your grades.
International baccalaureate diploma
Applicants enrolled in the International Baccalaureatenorth_eastexternal link Diploma program are eligible for admission if they have completed (or are in the process of completing) the full IB program and meet the following conditions:
Have passed six subjects (including the prerequisites for your program of choice) with at least three at the Standard Level and three at the Higher Level.
Have a minimum average of 29 points. The minimum average might be higher depending on the program you have chosen.
IELTS - overall score 6.5 with minimum writing section score 6.5
TOEFL - IBT - Overall Score 86 with writing section score 22.
Tuition
CAD
43,335