Bachelor of Science with a joint major in biochemistry-microbiology
Winnipeg, Canada
BSc
DURATION
4 years
LANGUAGES
French
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
01 Jul 2027
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
CAD 15,415 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* One year (30 credits)
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Key Summary
About: The Bachelor of Science with a joint major in biochemistry‑microbiology is a 4-year full-time French-language degree that blends biochemistry and microbiology theory with hands-on lab work and a supervised final-year research project. An optional cooperative component adds a year with three paid internships. Core courses include organic chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology and immunology.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can enter research or pursue graduate study in biochemistry, microbiology, immunology or molecular biology. You’ll also be prepared for limited-entry health programmes (medicine, dentistry, pharmacy) and roles in industrial, government and academic labs, pharma, environmental agencies, hospitals and education; bilingual skills boost employability.
The Bachelor of Science with a joint major in Biochemistry and Microbiology allows students to study the chemical and biological mechanisms that govern life at the microscopic level.
Biochemistry focuses on chemical reactions within cells and on biomolecules such as DNA, RNA, and proteins. Microbiology studies microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, algae, and protozoa.
The program combines theoretical courses with practical laboratory work from the first year. It prepares students for scientific research, graduate studies, and various careers in the life sciences.
BIOL 1021 — Biology I: Themes and Principles
Introduction to the fundamental concepts of biology, with practical laboratory work.
CHEM 1101 — Introduction to Chemistry 1
Study of atomic and molecular structures and chemical energy.
CHEM 2101 — Organic Chemistry I
Introduction to the principles of organic chemistry.
MBIO 1011 — Microbiology I
Introduction to microorganisms and the fundamental principles of microbiology.
CHEM/MBIO 2701 — Biochemistry I
Study of biochemical molecules and introduction to metabolic energy.
The degree can prepare students for careers in the following fields:
- Analysis and research laboratories
- Pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry
- Food industries and quality control
- Microbiology and biomedical research
- Government and environmental laboratories
- University and scientific research