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BSc Biochemistry at Usumanu Danfodiyo University

Usumanu Danfodiyo University, Nigeria

Programme overview

The BSc Biochemistry is a four-year degree in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, built on foundation courses in biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics. The department also offers PGD, MSc, MPhil and PhD programmes.

Faculty: Faculty of Chemical and Life Sciences  |  Department: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology  |  Location: Sokoto, Sokoto State

What you will study

The 100 level combines General Biology, General Chemistry, General Physics, Elementary Mathematics, Probability and Introductory Biochemistry with general studies courses such as Communication in English, ICT and Nigerian People and Culture.

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Entry requirements

i. B.Sc. (Biochemistry) In addition to the general requirements for admission into the University, candidates intending to read the B.Sc. Degree in Biochemistry must have fulfilled the conditions set out below: a. Entry into 100 Level: A Candidate must have five credits in relevant subjects (including Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Mathematics and English) in SSCE or its equivalent. This is in addition to obtaining the required points in the UTME. b. Direct Entry into 200 level: For direct entry into B.Sc. Biochemistry, candidates should have two GCE A’ level passes or equivalent in Chemistry and any one of the following subjects: Physics, Mathematics and Biology, in addition to obtaining the minimum O’ level requirements. ii. PGD (Biochemistry) Five O’ level credit passes in English language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology and Physics; and any of the a-c below. a. Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry with a minimum of 3rd class of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto or other recognized institutions. b. Bachelor’s degree in relevant areas from Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto or other recognized institutions with a minimum of 3rd class where the degrees are classified. c. Membership of Institute of Medical Laboratory Science (MIMLS), Associate of Institute of Medical Laboratory Science (AIMLS), HND and its equivalent with minimum of upper credit pass. In addition, a candidate mu

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

Undergraduate admission is through the JAMB CAPS portal (UTME and Direct Entry); candidates must upload their O'Level results on JAMB CAPS to be considered for admission.

Apply through the university admissions page: https://admissions.udusok.edu.ng/

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