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Tuition EUR 1,269 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 317 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 48 months
Deadline 2008-07-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Windhoek, Namibia
Language English

Program Overview

The Industrial Biochemistry at University of Namibia is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 48 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Industrial Biochemistry programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Namibia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 48 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. Tuition: EUR 1,269 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 317 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  5. Location: Windhoek, Namibia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Industrial Biochemistry programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:

  1. Research Scientist
  2. Environmental Consultant
  3. Laboratory Manager
  4. Science Writer
  5. Policy Advisor
  6. Academic Researcher

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Academic Writing for Post Graduate Students
  2. Advanced Analytical and Instrumental Methods
  3. Research Methodology and Project Proposal
  4. Enzymology and Enzyme Technology
  5. Nutrition, Metabolism and Cell Signaling
  6. Neurobiochemistry and Clinical Biochemistry
  7. Instrumental Methods and Techniques in Biochemical analysis
  8. Biochemistry Seminars

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

The MSc programme in the Department of Chemistry is open to all BSc graduates with Chemistry as one of their majors. The admission to the MSc programme of the holders of the B.Sc. (Chemistry) degree is not automatic. The applicants will be accepted on the basis of their undergraduate record. An average mark of 60% is required. The course normally extends over a minimum period of two years for full-time students.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

EUR 1,269 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 317 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: EUR 1,269 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 317 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Namibia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About University of Namibia

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University of Namibia

Windhoek, Namibia

The University of Namibia (UNAM) is a multi-campus public research university in Namibia, and the largest university in the country. It was established by an act of Parliament on 31 August 1992.

University Profile
  • Application Deadline 2008-07-18
  • Language English
  • Duration 48 months