At University of Calgary in Calgary, Canada, BA/BS in Biochemistry is offered as a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry programme. The programme runs for 4 years.
At a glance
Degree:Bachelor's Degree
Field:Biochemistry
Duration: 4 years
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Last checked September 2026 · Source: ucalgary.ca ·
Program details
Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, offered through the University of Calgary's Faculty of Science, focuses on the molecular-level understanding of biological processes. First-year coursework includes DNA, Inheritance and Evolution, Linear Methods I, Mechanics, University Calculus I, and Energy Flow in Biological Systems, combined with laboratory work and hands-on research technique training. Learning includes active problem-solving during classes and tutorials, and students can pursue study-abroad opportunities and collaborative team projects. The program is based on the university's main campus in Calgary and has a competitive admission average in the mid-nineties, requiring English Language Arts, Math 30-1, and additional approved science courses. It suits students interested in the mechanisms behind biological processes at a molecular level, particularly those seeking a combination of laboratory research experience and theoretical biochemical training. Graduates pursue roles in biotechnology, toxicology, clinical chemistry, and animal science, or continue to further study in pharmacy, medicine, veterinary medicine, or law.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Direct entry from Alberta high school (Biochemistry) requires English Language Arts 30-1, Mathematics 30-1, Biology 30, Chemistry 30, and one further approved course or option. University of Calgary states an estimated competitive admission average in the mid 90s for this program, among the highest of the Faculty of Science's direct-entry majors. These figures are for the Alberta high-school direct-entry route only; other curricula and international applicants are assessed on separate criteria not covered here.
Application Details
Start Date:Fall
Application Deadline:For Fall 2027 entry, the University of Calgary opens undergraduate applications for domestic applicants on 1 October 2026 and for international applicants on 15 August 2026, both closing on the same firm application deadline of 1 March 2027, with supporting documents due by 15 March 2027 and offers accepted by 1 May 2027. International applicants follow the identical March 1 deadline; the university publishes no separate, later international closing date. Applications are not accepted on a rolling basis after the deadline for most direct-entry programmes, though a small number of programmes (e.g. Nursing) run further selection rounds into the summer while space remains. These are institution-wide dates; this programme publishes no deadline of its own.
