Program Details

Biological Chemistry School: University of Toronto - St. George Faculty: Arts and Science Degree: Bachelor ; Honours Field of Study: Biochemistry Description: In biological chemistry the focus is more on the chemistry of biological systems and the study of nature at the molecular level, whereas in biochemistry the emphasis tends to be on whole systems. Biological chemists study individual biomolecules so that they can understand the chemical reactions and interactions that go on in biological systems. In addition, biological chemistry involves manipulation of biological systems, either to figure out how they work or to apply what we know about nature in order to design new systems. In terms of different undergraduate programs, in biological chemistry there is obviously the opportunity to take more chemistry. Depending on interests, students can focus their program with a few extra courses in organic chemistry, or inorganic, physical or environmental. There is a little overlap with the biochemistry program, especially in second year when a lot of the same introductory material is taken. In the upper years the programs are quite different with respect to the approach that we take in studying biological systems. Website: Biological Chemistry at University of Toronto - St. George Length: 4 Year(s) Careers: 1 career(s) Admission Requirements Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*: 83 to 87 Prerequisites: These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school. Grade 12 English Grade 12 Calculus and Vectors Grade 12 Biology Grade 12 Chemistry Best 4U or 4M courses are also required. Particular attention is paid to English and Calculus. Test Scores: TOEFL (CBT) [min. 250] or TOEFL (iBT) [min. 100] or TOEFL (PBT) [min. 600] or IELTS [min. 6.5] Deadlines: Application Deadline Start Date March 1, 2013 * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information. * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.