Honours Biochemistry (B.H.Sc.)

Admission

Enrolment in this program is limited and possession of the published minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Admission is by selection but requires, as a minimum, completion of any Level I program with a Grade Point Average of at least 6.0 including:

Note

A grade of at least C+ in four of , , ,  and either  or  is required.

Program Notes

1. There are Level II and III prerequisites for many Level III and IV courses. The prerequisites should be considered when choosing Level II and III courses.
2. Both  and  are highly recommended for students interested in pursuing an undergraduate thesis or graduate studies in biophysical chemistry.
3. Students who do not complete a research, thesis, or advanced biochemistry laboratory course (, , , , , ) must complete .
4. Students considering transfer into Biochemistry in Level 3 should contact the BBS Educational Program Office - bbsug@mcmaster.ca for more information.

Biochemistry Course List

Requirements

120 units total (Levels I to IV), of which no more than 48 units may be Level I

Maximum 9 units of project/thesis courses in Level 3

Maximum 18 units of project/thesis courses in Level 4

Note:

Students who registered in the Honours B.Sc. Biochemistry program in 2022 or prior and elected to transfer to the Honours B.H.Sc. Biochmistry program should refer to the 2022-23 Undergraduate Calendar or their personal Advisement Report for program requirements. Students may also contact an advisor from the BBS Education Program Services Office for program requirements.