About the course

Biochemistry is the study of living organisms at the molecular level. The field explores the structures, functions, transformations, and interactions of biological molecules (proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids), which give rise to the complexity of living systems. Advances such as the synthesis and amplification of DNA, the understanding of cell communication, and uncovering the molecular basis of life-threatening diseases have driven innovation and shaped the world?s health and prosperity. Our biochemistry curriculum is based on guidelines from the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB). The major is rigorous, efficient, and contemporary, focusing on the fundamentals as well as the cutting-edge areas, approaches, and practices within modern biochemistry. Students take foundational lecture and laboratory courses in chemistry, biology, physics, and mathematics followed by a breadth of advanced courses in biology and organic, physical, and analytical chemistry, as well as a series of in-depth courses in biochemistry. Our faculty are engaged in research, which provide rich and meaningful research opportunities for our biochemistry majors and infuses our program with the energy and excitement of current developments in the field.

　　Because biochemistry forms a foundation for many other scientific disciplines, our biochemistry major prepares students to apply for jobs directly in biochemistry or related fields and to enter graduate (masters or doctorate) or professional (health professions, allied health, or law) programs. Examples of relevant fields include biotechnology, biomedical engineering, biostatistics, medical/pharmaceutical/agricultural food research, health professions (medical, pharmacy, dentistry, and veterinary), allied health professions (physical therapy, physician?s assistant, dietician, and medical technologist), law (patent law, forensics), chemistry/biochemistry education, environmental science, scientific writing, and sales and marketing. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: US$130,080

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Kaneohe
Fall (August), 2025	Kaneohe

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Hawaii Pacific University

Academic Transcripts

　　Students are preferred to have a 3.0 GPA or above in high school college preparatory courses

　　ACT (English Score) - 18

　　SAT (Critical Reading + Critical Writing) - 800

　　SAT (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing) - 450

　　IELTS - 6 (Writing Score - 6)

　　TOEFL iBT - 80 or Higher(Writing Score - 20)

　　TOEFL PBT - 550 (Writing Score - 4.0)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 70.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Hawaii Pacific University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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