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Programme: MSc specialising in Biochemistry

Introduction

The MSc specialising in Biochemistry is a postgraduate programme offered by the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at the University of Pretoria.

Programme Information

• Code: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences
• Department: Biochemistry, Genetics and Microbiology
• Credits: 180
• Duration: Minimum duration of study: 1 year
• NQF level: 09

Admission Requirements

General Admission Regulations

• All applications must be accompanied by the following documents:
  1. Certified full academic transcripts from undergraduate to current level
  2. Certified copy of ID or passport
  3. A research concept note (not applicable to honours or coursework master's degrees)
• All applicants with international qualifications must submit the following documents:
  1. A SAQA evaluation of the completed qualification or a comprehensive Foreign Qualification Report
  2. TOEFL or IELTS or Pearson Test of English or Oxford Test of English test results (if applicable)
  3. Certified copy of passport
• All postgraduate applications are subject to departmental admissions processes
• Admissions is based on the content of and performance in the prior degree, bridging arrangements (where required), academic merit and prior work experience (if applicable)
• Admission to all qualifications is subject to supervisory capacity and/or research projects in the field of specialisation in a department
• Complying with the minimum admissions requirements does not automatically guarantee admission to the degree
• Proposed research studies for masters and doctoral applicants should align with the research focus of the relevant department

Minimum Admissions Requirements

1. Bachelor of Science Honours in Biochemistry degree (NQF level 8)
2. Relevant Bachelor of Science honours degree (NQF level 8)
3. Relevant 4-year Bachelor of Science degree (NQF level 8) where the research component must account for at least 25% of the total final year credits

• A weighted average of at least 60% at honours or final-year level of the bachelor's or honours degree (NQF level 8)
• Note: An admission exam may be required

Additional Requirements

• A recommendation from the head of department and depending on availability of supervisor/s and/or projects within the department

Promotion to Next Study Year

• The progress of all master's candidates is monitored biannually by the supervisor and the postgraduate coordinator
• A candidate's study may be terminated if the progress is unsatisfactory or if the candidate is unable to finish his/her studies during the prescribed period
• Subject to exceptions approved by the Dean, on recommendation of the relevant head of department, and where applicable, a student may not enter for the master's examination in the same module more than twice

Core Modules

• BCM 890: Biochemistry: Dissertation 890
  • Credits: 180.00

General Academic Regulations and Student Rules

• The General Academic Regulations (G Regulations) and General Student Rules apply to all faculties and registered students of the University
• On registering for a programme, the student bears the responsibility of ensuring that they familiarise themselves with the General Academic Regulations applicable to their registration
• Ignorance concerning these regulations will not be accepted as an excuse for any transgression, or basis for an exception to any of the aforementioned regulations
• The G Regulations are updated annually and may be amended after the publication of this information

Regulations, Degree Requirements and Information

• The faculty regulations, information on and requirements for the degrees published here are subject to change and may be amended after the publication of this information

University of Pretoria Programme Qualification Mix (PQM) Verification Project

• The higher education sector has undergone an extensive alignment to the Higher Education Qualification Sub-Framework (HEQSF) across all institutions in South Africa
• In order to comply with the HEQSF, all institutions are legally required to participate in a national initiative led by regulatory bodies such as the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), the Council on Higher Education (CHE), and the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA)
• The University of Pretoria is presently engaged in an ongoing effort to align its qualifications and programmes with the HEQSF criteria
• Current and prospective students should take note that changes to UP qualification and programme names may occur as a result of the HEQSF initiative
• Students are advised to contact their faculties if they have any questions