Biochemistry Dalhousie University

Overview

Pursuing a Science degree in Biochemistry from Dalhousie University  gives you the opportunity to study the building blocks of life. Learn from professors who are conducting exciting research in evolutionary and genome biology and the metabolic basis of disease and cancer. At Dal, you’ll set yourself up for a career in an emerging field at the forefront of discovery in medicine and biotechnology.

What you will learn

• Biochemistry and Molecular Biology are the molecular basis of life. You’ll get a deeper understanding of the biological function of large molecules such as proteins and DNA and interpret complex processes that define all living organisms.

• You'll begin with foundation courses in biology and chemistry. Then, after an introduction to biochemistry theory and laboratory skills, you'll begin specialization in areas of biochemistry and molecular biology. In your fourth year, you'll have the opportunity to complete an honours project, gaining experience in hands-on laboratory research.
• From summer research awards, internships, working as a teaching assistant, or getting involved with SuperNOVA summer camps, there are many ways to gain hands-on experience during your degree. Many of our programmes offer a co-op option that gives you real-world, paid experience in your field while making the connections you need to kick-start your career. Science co-op students apply the latest theories to fields including biotechnology, conservation, agriculture, medicine, meteorology, and economics, and many more.

Careers

Dalhousie offers the only undergraduate (B.Sc.) and graduate (M.Sc. and Ph.D.) degree programmes in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology in the Maritime provinces. Graduates can be found working in government, private sector, academic and health-care environments. 

Your degree qualifies you for many jobs straight out of school at the technical or research assistant level, and could lead to exciting career opportunities.

Possible careers include:

• Forensic Or Molecular Scientist

• Drug Designer

• Food Technologist

• Geneticist