Bachelor of Medical Sciences Honors Specialization in Biochemistry and Cancer Biology

Western University

The Bachelor of Medical Sciences (BMSc) degrees are four-year undergraduate degrees offered jointly by the Faculty of Science and the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry. This degree program is designed for students interested in advanced study in the basic medical sciences and focuses on all aspects of biology that define and influence the human condition.Biochemistry is the study of molecules and mechanisms in living organisms. In biochemistry we explore the structure and function of the key biomolecules (proteins, lipids, carbohydrates and nucleic acids) that allow the growth and development of all organisms. The study of biological processes helps us to understand diseases and to see ways to a healthier existence.Biochemistry is the study of the molecules and mechanisms essential to life. In this module, students learn about the structures of genomes, genes, proteins, and other molecular components of the cell, the various levels at which gene expression and protein function are regulated, and how knowledge of the molecular mechanisms of disease can lead to treatments and cures.

Faculty of Science