Vivekanandha College of Arts and Sciences for Women, Elayampalayam Namakkal B.Sc Biochemistry: Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Bachelor of Science or B.Sc. in Biochemistry (B.Sc. Biochem) is an undergraduate course in chemical and physio-chemical processes. An integral factor for being eligible for this course is that the candidate must have completed 10+2 and passed HSC Examination from a recognised school in India.

Like all undergraduate program, B.Sc. Biochem is a three years course. Admission to the program is based on marks scored in 10+2. The average tuition fee for the entire course ranges between 36 Thousand INR to 1.5 Lakhs INR.

B.Sc. Biochem is a course through which students can find ample job opportunities in Medical industry, research labs, agriculture, pharmaceutical companies, academic institutions etc.   Within these sectors, professionals can find job profiles like that of a Clinical Researcher, Research Scientist, Lecturer, Professor Etc.  

A fresh graduate of this course can expect an average salary of 1 Lakh INR to 2.5 Lakhs INR depending on the job profile and a particular company. But this salary would only go upwards with experience and more important positions within the company/organization.

Duration

The duration of this is just like most of the undergraduate courses: 3 years. If done through correspondence/ Distant Learning, the maximum duration to complete the course is 5 years.

This course follows the semester system over the annual mode and hence the course divided into 6 semesters.

What is the course about?

Biochemistry is the study of using Chemical processes and principles in studying biological process and living matter.  It is a branch of science which deals with chemistry which is applied to the study of living organisms and the atoms and molecules which comprise living organisms.

Where to study?

B.Sc. Biochem is available in many Science colleges across India. Some of the top colleges for B.Sc Biochem are as follows:-

Academic Options after the course

After completing the course, students can pursue M.Sc. in Biochemistry and Ph.D in Biochemistry etc.

These courses are available in universities such as, University of Delhi, Nagpur University, and Bangalore University etc.

Aspirants seeking admission to 3 year Full-time B.Sc Program must have passed a 10+2 or its equivalent qualification from a recognized board.