BS Biochemistry

Decode Life's Chemistry and Innovate for the Future

The BS in Biochemistry program at Superior University offers a comprehensive education in the study of chemical processes within and related to living organisms. This program prepares students for a wide range of careers in industries such as food, agriculture, biotechnology, and education, as well as opportunities for entrepreneurship in diagnostic laboratories.

Course details for year 2024

Credit Hours

134

Duration

4 years

Semesters

8

Attendance

Full-time

Program roadmap

Course	Credit Hours
Biochemistry I: Introductory Biochemistry	3
Biology	3
Functional English	3
International Relations	2
Islamic Studies/Ethics	2
Physical Education	2
Quantitative Reasoning I	3
Total	18

Course	Credit Hours
“Applications of Information and Communication Technologies”	3
Biochemistry II: Carbohydrates and Lipids	3
Expository Writing	3
Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan	2
Molecular Biology I: Introduction to Molecular Biology	3
Quantitative Reasoning II	3
Total	17

Course	Credit Hours
Biochemistry III: Protein and Nucleic Acid	3
Biological Diversity	3
Social Entrepreneurship Program	3
Fundamentals of Microbiology	3
Introduction to Biotechnology	3
Introduction to Cell Signaling	3
Total	18

Course	Credit Hours
Biofuels and Biorefineries	3
Entrepreneurship	3
Human physiology	3
Nutrition Biochemistry	3
Plant Biochemistry	2
Recombinant DNA Techniques	3
Total	17

Course	Credit Hours
Biochemical Techniques	3
Biosafty & Risk management	3
Genomics, Transcriptomics and Proteomics	3
Industrial Biochemistry	3
Metabolism -I	3
Research Methodology & Skill Enhancement	3
Total	18

Course	Credit Hours
Bioinformatics	3
Cell and Tissue Culture	3
Classical genetics	3
Clinical Biochemistry	3
Metabolism -II	3
Seminar	17
Total	18

Course	Credit Hours
Environmental Biochemistry	3
Field experience/internship	3
Microbial Biochemistry and Biotechnology	3
Stem Cell and Gene Therapy	3
Toxicology	3
Total	15

Course	Credit Hours
Biochemistry of Natural Products	3
Capstone project	3
Current Trends in Biochemistry	3
Methods in Molecular Biology	3
Nanobiotechnology	3
Total	15

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must have completed F.Sc Pre-Medical or an equivalent qualification with a minimum of 45% marks.

Why choose BS Biochemistry at Superior University?

Our BS Biochemistry program features internationally qualified faculty with exceptional research profiles, providing students with high-quality education and mentorship. The program emphasizes research collaborations with renowned institutes, offering students the opportunity to engage in groundbreaking biochemical research. Additionally, students can benefit from the startup program, which focuses on the commercial design and purification of biochemical products. The ‘Go Global Stream’ of the 3U1M program offers students pathways for global exposure, including higher education, internships, job placements, and immigration opportunities.

Distinctive Features

Enrolling in our BS Biochemistry program provides numerous benefits, including:

Entrepreneurial opportunities to establish diagnostic laboratories, leveraging advanced skills in biochemical analysis.
Job opportunities as biochemists in top food, agricultural, and biochemical firms, contributing to product development and quality assurance.
Careers in the educational sector as educators, teaching and mentoring the next generation of scientists.
Access to research collaborations with renowned research institutes, enhancing practical and theoretical knowledge in biochemistry.
Opportunities to develop commercially viable biochemical products through the startup program.

Career Scope

Upon completion of the BS in Biochemistry program, graduates can pursue diverse career paths, including:

Roles as biochemists in food, agricultural, and biochemical firms, focusing on research, development, and quality control.

Positions as educators in schools, colleges, and universities, imparting knowledge and conducting research.

Opportunities for advanced studies in biochemistry, leading to research and academic careers.

Global career opportunities through the 'Go Global Stream' initiative, expanding professional horizons and global competitiveness.

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