Biochemistry - Colegio Real

The bachelor’s degree program in Biochemistry equips students with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental concepts and practical techniques required to contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge at the molecular level. Graduates of this program are prepared to investigate the intricate structural changes, metabolic pathways, energy dynamics, and information processing that occur within living organisms. The curriculum provides a robust foundation in the theoretical and experimental aspects of biochemistry, enabling students to explore the complex mechanisms underlying the vital processes that sustain life. Through this interdisciplinary program, students develop the critical thinking, problem-solving, and research skills necessary to generate new insights and discoveries about the molecular underpinnings of biological systems.

Career Paths

Basic and applied research in public centres.

Applied research in the chemical, pharmaceutical, food and biotechnology sectors.

Medical laboratories.

Laboratory analysis and diagnosis.

Private sector provision of services, materials and scientific equipment.

Specialist publishing and science dissemination.

Secondary and higher education.

Requirement for admission

Undergraduate Programme

The minimum admission requirements for undergraduate programs at Colegio Real University include the following:

100 Level

A candidate shall possess the SSCE/NECO/GCE or equivalent with credit passes in five subjects in not more than two sittings including English and Mathematics. A candidate shall, in addition, have an acceptable score in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME);

200 Level (Direct Entry)

A pass at Lower Credit/Merit level in relevant National Diploma programme or equivalent NCE (JUPEP & IJEMB) in addition to meeting the Ordinary Level requirements for admission into undergraduate programmes.
Two “A” Level passes in relevant subjects with SSCE/NECO/GCE “O” Level credit passes in 5 subjects obtained in not more than two sittings.
Three “A” Level passes in relevant subjects with SSCE/NECO/GCE “O” Level credit passes in 3 subjects obtained in not more than two sittings.
In all cases, an “O” Level credit in English Language and Mathematics shall be required. In addition, admission into undergraduate degree programmes of the University is based on the faculty and departmental requirements stated below