Biochemistry

B.Sc. Biochemistry Programme

Five (5) O’Level/SSCE Credits at not more than two sittings. Credits to include English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Minimum UTME requirement as set by JAMB in relevant subjects

Direct Entry Requirements

In addition to O’ Level requirements, candidates must have passed at credit level in at least two science or related subjects in A-Level OR

• Two advanced level passes in Chemistry and Biology.
• Upper credit in ND/NCE in Medical Laboratory, Science Laboratory, or any other related discipline.

M.Sc. Biochemistry Programme

The following criteria will be applied for admission into the Master’s degree programme.

• All candidates must have five credits passed including English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
• Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline from Redeemer’s University or any other University approved by the senate with a minimum of second class division.
• Candidates from other universities may be required to offer lower-level courses relevant to their area of specialization.
• All candidates must demonstrate adequate intellectual capacity, good communication skills, maturity, ability to make effective independent decisions, and problem-solving potential.

Ph.D. Biochemistry Programme

Candidates must satisfy the general regulations governing postgraduate studies at the Redeemer’s University. In addition, the following departmental requirements should be met:

• A candidate must have at least five (5) credit passes at ‘O’ level, including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology.
• First degree in Biochemistry or any relevant discipline from an approved University, and a minimum of second class lower.
• Master’s degree (M.Sc. or M.Phil.) in Biochemistry or any relevant courses with a minimum score of 60% weighted score from an approved University.
• He/she shall present an acceptable research proposal and preliminary results on a topic of interest in the chosen area.
• In addition to the above, candidates may be subjected to test and/or interview to determine their eligibility further, as may be organized by the department.