MPhil Biochemistry at University of Jos

Entry requirements

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR M.Phil/Ph.D For M.Phil/Ph.D in Biochemistry, candidates must have academic Master’s degree in iv. Public Health and Sanitary Microbiology Biochemistry and/or Molecular Biology or equivalent areas with a minimum CGPA of 4.00 and thesis score not lower than 60% (B) or Weighted Score Average (WSA) of 60%. Eligibility for Admission for M.Sc. Biochemistry To qualify for admission into the programme, a candidate must possess at least a good Class honours degree in biochemistry from a recognized University. The selection process is based on the quality of academic transcript of the first degree. There may be an interview. A candidate seeking admission must possess five credit passes, including English and Mathematics, and other relevant subjects at ‘O’ Level. Candidates with MBBS degree and FIML T clinical biochemistry with at least two years post qualification experience may also be considered. These candidates must take some B. Sc. Courses to remedy deficiencies observed in their academic transcripts. SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS The relevant provisions of the regulations Governing Higher degrees and diplomas of University of Jos pertaining to Master’s degree primarily by coursework shall apply. The following are specific to M.Sc. Biochemistry programme. The minimum credit load of taught courses (i.e., courses other than seminar and dissertation) a student can carry per session is 18 credit units and not more than 24 credit units of such courses,