BSc Biochemistry at Salem University, Lokoja

Programme overview

The BSc Biochemistry is an undergraduate programme offered at Salem University by the Department of Department of Biosciences in the College of Natural and Applied Sciences, Lokoja, Kogi State. It runs for 4 years.

Aims to give students deep insights into the chemical processes that govern life and prepares graduates for careers in science and healthcare.

Level: Undergraduate | Faculty: College of Natural and Applied Sciences | Department: Department of Biosciences | Duration: 4 years | Location: Lokoja, Kogi State

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Application information

Entry requirements

Five O'level credits including English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology and Physics, at not more than two sittings (awaiting results accepted). Direct entry: two A-Level passes incl. Chemistry and Biology or Zoology, or ND in a related science (Upper Credit), plus JAMB direct entry form.

UTME cut-offs change every year and differ by programme. Check the university's current admission list before you apply.

NGN 431,000 a year (2026/2027). Tuition only, Year 1 (fresh student) for the College of Natural Sciences and ICT schedule; Year 2 onward: N400,000 per year (Years 2 to 4). Excludes acceptance fee, accommodation, ICT, facility, medicals and other levies. Source

Programmes start in September 2026 (Public Administration BSc lists October 2026). Undergraduate admission is by JAMB-UTME (100 Level) or Direct Entry (200 Level); postgraduate entry also requires reference letters and NYSC details.

Post-UTME admissions for the 2026/2027 session are open. Applicants complete the interest form, pay the application processing fee (non-refundable) and then receive the full admission form by email.

Apply through the university admissions page: https://salemuniversity.edu.ng/how-to-apply/

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