Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Biochemistry)

York University

Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Biochemistry)

  • Country Canada
  • Course Duration 4 years
  • Course Type Full Time
  • Courses Campus On Campus
  • Language Specification English
  • Program Level Graduate
  • Education Required Undergraduate
  • Admission intake Winter, Summer, and Fall
  • Minimum GPA 5
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Application Charges

Application Fee Tution Fee
INR 8,551 INR 1,869,050

Program Description

  • Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry at York University is offered as 4 years teaching program.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on both a full-time and part-time basis.
  • The Biochemistry program at York is a student’s gateway to an exciting and rapidly evolving field.
  • It is the study of the chemistry of life, and all fields of biology are increasingly seeking understanding at the molecular and submolecular levels.
  • The Sample Schedule (First-year) are:
    • Chemistry
    • Biology
    • Physics
    • Calculus
    • Computer Use
    • Non-Science Requirement
  • As a Biochemistry students, they will explore the structure and properties of biological molecules and the relationship between their chemical structure and their function in living systems.
  • This four-year program provides students with hands-on training in the laboratory right from the very first year.
  • A fourth-year research project serves as the capstone course of a student’s degree, preparing them for many challenging careers.
  • York Biochemistry students get meaningful and well-paid jobs in research, in industry, and in teaching. Other students go on to pursue graduate studies or, other prestigious universities in Canada and abroad.
  • York houses are the center for research on Biomolecular Interactions which houses consist of more than 70 professors, researchers, graduate, and undergraduate students.
  • The Centre uses cutting-edge approaches to gain a full understanding of key molecular players and events that can lead to disease, and by doing so, hopes to address the prevention and future treatment of many diseases.
  • The department provides extensive facilities and a biochemistry lab outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment provides students with hands-on training in the laboratory.
  • The average salary of the program goes up to 46,000 USD.

Other Requirements

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:
  •  Students must complete an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) degree.
  •  Students must have to complete the following course such as:
    • English (ENG4U)
    • Advanced Functions (MHF4U) 
    • Biology (SBI4U)
    • Chemistry (SCH4U)
    •  Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U)
    •  And two additional 4U or M courses - recommendation (s) below:
      • SPH4U
      • 4U French
  • To gain admission to this program, the student’s academic average should be in the low-to-mid 80s.
Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they have any one of the following certificates:
  • All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSCE)
  • Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
  • Indian School Certificate (ISC)
  • Intermediate Examination Certificate
  • Pre-University Examination Certificate
  • Students also have to complete the Grade XII physics, biology, chemistry, and math.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.

Extra Notes

Required Document List

Following Documents are required to attend this program:
  • Online application form: Students have to submit an online application form at the official website.
  • CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
  • Statement of Purpose: An essay or other written statement written by the student.
  • Academic Documents: Submit copies of official transcripts from post-secondary institutions attended.
  • Two confidential letters of recommendation: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and references should submit along with the application system.
  • Sample of written work: Student has to write something interesting as their sample essay in the application form.
  • Statement of Interest: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
  • ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.