Admission Requirements

The applicant must hold a bachelor’s degree in science in Biochemistry (general or special) from Faculties of Science with a “Good” overall grade or a cumulative GPA of not less than 2.33, and an equivalent grade in the major subject. The applicant must be a graduate within the last five years prior to enrollment. This five-year condition and the grade requirement may be waived for applicants who have obtained one of the diplomas offered by the department within the last five years. The applicant must also obtain a TOEFL certificate with a minimum score of 450 from an accredited academic center, in addition to meeting the general admission requirements.

Target Group: Egyptians – Non-Egyptians

Application Period: The Master’s program accepts applications at the beginning of the academic year during the following periods:

September – October

January – February

May – June

Program Duration: Minimum one year and maximum seven years

Credit Hours: 48 credit hours

Program Rationale:

The program offers advanced and in-depth study in Biochemistry, providing students with a comprehensive understanding starting from the detailed chemical structure of biomolecules and biochemical indicators, extending to metabolic pathways and intracellular biological reactions. It emphasizes professional handling of laboratory animals and chemical substances. The program focuses directly on the interaction between biologically active compounds and their relation to diseases, opening wide career opportunities for graduates in pharmaceutical companies, drug development, medical and advanced diagnostic testing, cancer research centers, and genetic disease research institutions.

Skills Acquired by Graduates:

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to apply the principles and methodologies of scientific research efficiently and professionally. They will integrate specialized knowledge in Biochemistry with related sciences, understand the relationship between biologically active compounds and disease mechanisms in professional practice, design systematic research studies addressing biochemical problems, and propose laboratory performance improvement plans. They will also be able to select appropriate instruments, materials, and analytical methods for precise biochemical preparation and analysis processes.

Contact Information:

Program Website:

https://science.asu.edu.eg/