Biochemistry::Veritas University Abuja

Our VISION

To be recognized as a center for excellence in Biochemistry that provides an atmosphere for acquiring skills in identifying the link between biological/molecular and human resources which can be transformed to enhance the quality of life.

Our Programmes

B.Sc. Biochemistry

The objectives of the Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry programme are:

To provide proper education in the field of Biochemistry; this will enable students acquire the techniques required by different production sectors of the economy including breweries, pharmaceutical industries, food industries, cosmetic industries, petrochemical industries, agricultural and research institutes.
To provide a comprehensive training in theory and practice to students ofBiochemistry who having acquired the qualification can work as Graduate Assistant in Universities and other tertiary Institutions, or serve as biochemists in research institutes, industrial establishment or in service laboratories of hospitals.
To employ in vitro and in vivo approaches in the science of biochemistry which will enable the students remain at the cutting edge of biochemical, biomedical and molecular research.
To provide basic training in theoretical and practical Biochemistry that give students the necessary eligibility for post graduate studies leading to the award of MSc, MPhil or PhD degree in Biochemistry and related fields.
To provide the students with necessary theoretical and practical background and tools needed for self-awareness, self-reliance and survival in the world of today
To provide the students with necessary background that will enable them to discover new and relevant techniques in Biochemistry and related disciplines.

Department Contact Info

Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciences

Block B
Veritas University, Abuja

bch@veritas.edu.ng

Mon – Fri 8:00A.M. – 5:00P.M.

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Our Vision

Admission Requirement

Departmental Staff

To create a class of scientists, par excellence, who devote their studies to the investigation of the nature of matter and its applicability in solving man’s problems in a non – toxic environment.

JAMB / UTME

The course shall last for four years and the UTME entry requirements for the B.Sc. (Hons) degree programme in Biochemistry are five credits at ordinary level SSCE or School Certificate (SC)\GCE, NECO/NABTEB which should include credit passes in the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, English Language obtained at not more than two sittings.

Direct Entry

Direct candidates shall possess one of the following qualifications;

Higher School Certificate
Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMB) Examination
Ordinary National Diploma (OND) with Upper credit in Biochemistry or related field

NAME	POSITION
Veronica Folakemi Salau	Assistant Lecturer	View Profile
Dennis Amaechi Wesley	Lecturer I	View Profile
Okwuchi Flora Ugoanyanwu	ASSISTANT LECTURER	View Profile
Ini P. Ekpe	Lecturer I	View Profile
Yisa Benjamin Nma	Assistant Lecturer	View Profile
Uchenna Blessing Alozieuwa	Lecturer II	View Profile
Bukola Catherine Akin-Osanaiye	Professor	View Profile

Why Study Here?

With over 30 undergraduate programmes and 21 Postgraduate programmes to choose from, Veritas University offers you a unique opportunity to be the very best that you can be.

Located in a serene environment enveloped by nature and boasting state of the art facilities for study and recreation, you are assured that your experience here at Veritas University will be a pleasant one.

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