Biochemistry

Description

Biochemistry is a basic science devoted to the discovery and explanation of the molecular processes that occur in living systems. Consequently, biochemistry forms a foundation for all aspects of biology, both basic and applied. The objects of biochemists’ studies span a wide spectrum of living species ranging from bacteria, plants and insects to mammals — including humans. In essence, we study chemical reactions involved in all processes carried out by living cells or multicellular organisms.

Careers

Biochemists find opportunities in varied fields. In a research laboratory, a biochemist might be involved in studies on factors affecting the health of cells or organisms, isolation and identification of cellular components or compounds, analysis for constituents of cells or genetic engineering. The biochemist might perform physical studies on the properties of biological molecules and their roles in living systems or utilize tools of molecular biology and bioinformatics to search for genes encoding proteins and RNAs, conserved domains and assign functions to novel genes in newly emerging genomic databases.

A degree in biochemistry also may be used as preparation for other fields. The biochemistry curriculum is a sound choice for premedical and pre-dental students. A biochemistry degree can provide the foundation for a position as sales or technical representative for firms that handle pharmaceuticals, scientific equipment,
agricultural chemicals or biotechnology products. Additionally, it may serve as a bridge to specialization in fields such as law or energy.

Detailed Course Facts

• USD 275 Module (National)
• USD 728 Module (International)

*Tuition fee per credit hour

*B.A. -121 credit hours required

• English

Course Content

Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry

• Biochemistry courses
• Mathematics course
• Statistics course
• Modern language

• Biochemistry courses
• Chemistry course
• Mathematics course

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6.5 TOEFL iBT® test : 79

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

Requirements

International admission:

• Online international student undergraduate application
• $80 USD application fee
• A copy of your passport photo page
• Affidavit of Financial Support (pdf) and bank statement
• High school and university transcripts

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Alumni Study Travel Fund

  Scholarships for students who are already attending the University of Reading.

• Amsterdam Merit Scholarships

  The University of Amsterdam aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms. Outstanding students from outside the European Economic Area can apply for an Amsterdam Merit Scholarship.

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than Kansas State University.

Funding

The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics has funds through the Kansas State
University Foundation, from which scholarships are awarded. Several scholarships of $500 are awarded annually from the Barlow, Bates, Burkhard, Havley, Hughes and R. Merrill funds.

These awards are renewable for recipients who continue as biochemistry majors and remain in good academic standing (GPA of 3.5 or higher).

Accreditation

K-State’s theatre program is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Theatre, and it is the only accredited program in Kansas.
Kansas State University has been providing quality education to the residents of Kansas, the country and the world for the last 150 years.

Located in a community with nearly 60,000 people and more than 24,000 students, we are able to provide a safe and supportive environment for our students.

Kansas State University has 3 campus locations, two of which, Manhattan and Salina, have complete academic programs and on-campus housing. Olathe is the third and newest extension of the university, focusing on collaborating with industry and Kansas City K-12 schools.

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