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Faculty of Science and Technology

Department of Biological & Chemical Sciences

Programmes

Biochemistry Major

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About the Programme

The Major in Biochemistry provides you with a comprehensive understanding of the principles of biochemistry, knowledge of metabolism and and training in the exciting new areas of molecular biology, genomics, and  bioinfomatics.  BSc.

What Will I Study?

You will discover:
  • The biochemistry of molecules
  • The beauty of enzymes
  • Explore proteins and proteomics
  • DNA Science
  • Biotechnology
  • Some of the mysteries  of human and plant diseases
  • Techniques in molecular biology
  • Computer manipulation of biological data
  • The wonders of cellular life
  • Energy transformation in cells

 

Facilities and Resources

Enhance your learning experience by fully utilising our:
  • Equipment for DNA extraction
  • Molecular Biology Laboratories- gel electrophoresis, gel documentation software and tools
  • Software for protein analysis
  • ELIZA
  • Spectrophotometers
  • Centrifuges
  • Low temperature freezers
  • Access to DNA sequencing, among others

 

Research

Our department does research in Plant Pathology, Metabolic diseases (e.g. Diabetes), Data Science, Bioinformatics and Molecular Biology

Why Study in Barbados

Come for a semester on Study Abroad or do a full degree in a scientific and technological learning environment. Enjoy the beach, experience the culture and excel in your studies.
We welcome local, international and regional students.

At a Glance

  • Degree Level: Undergraduate
  • Qualification: BSc
  • Duration: Part time: Minimum 5 years, Full Time: 3-4years

Contact


Programme Details

The minimum CAPE (or equivalent) qualifications for entry to the programme can be viewed at the Faculty of Science and Technology Undergraduate Admission Page.

Tuition information can be viewed at the Student Financing Tuition Fees Page.

Information about Payment Plans can be viewed at the Student Financing Payment Plans Page.

To view options for Financial Aid, visit the Student Financing Financial Aid Page.

Department of Biological & Chemical Sciences
Telephone: (246) 417-4574/4324/4323/4322 Email: bcs@cavehill.uwi.edu