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MSc specialising in Biochemistry at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

This programme is offered within the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences under programme code 02250512. The degree is conferred on the grounds of a dissertation and prescribed additional postgraduate coursework.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year, full-time  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

A dissertation together with prescribed postgraduate coursework.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor of Science Honours in Biochemistry (NQF level 8); or a relevant Bachelor of Science honours degree (NQF level 8); or a relevant 4-year Bachelor of Science degree (NQF level 8) where the research component accounts for at least 25% of final-year credits and any industrial attachment does not replace more than one of the eight semesters of theory. A weighted average of at least 60% at honours or final-year level is required. An admission exam may be required.

Duration: 1 year, full-time

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