Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
Program Overview
Biochemistry is the study of life that deals with mechanism and chemical reaction in living organisms. It is a main discipline among different branches of Biology/Life Sciences which involves study of the molecules and chemistry of life. It encompasses the study of the constituents (macro molecules structures) and processes (metabolism and bioenergetics) of life. Biochemistry is a rapidly growing, and exciting field of study. Biotechnology, Genetic engineering, Immunology and Pharmaceuticals are the projecting areas in which biochemists are playing key roles.
Biochemistry at COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI), Sahiwal campus is one of the most vibrant and potential programs among other BS Programmes. CUI Sahiwal has very versatile and multidisciplinary curriculum and very learned and relevant faculty. Teaching experience of the faculty, research publications, international and national research grants/support the faculty and in terms of infrastructural facilities. In addition, the faculties are available to fortify collaboration in the new and interdisciplinary research areas such as Nano-Biology, Medical Biotechnology, and Stem Cell Biology.
The CUI, Sahiwal offers a four-year BS Biochemistry degree program, which consists of a combination of core and electives courses that ensure a strong foundation in the chemical and biological sciences. The offered courses provide students with extensive exposure to basic Biochemistry, Biotechnology and Molecular Biology.
This program is focused to prepares graduates for challenging and rewarding career opportunities. The biochemistry industry offers excellent job prospects for graduate trained in the molecular life sciences, with opportunities across the spectrum of all company activities.
Career Opportunities:
Career opportunities for Biochemist exist as:
- Hospitals
- Pharmaceutical industries
- Teaching
- Diagnostic labs
- Crop improvement programmes
- Provincial health Departments
- Ministry of Food and Agriculture
- Trade Development Authority of Pakistan
- Forensic Departments
- NGO’s