Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology was established in 2017 in The Women University, Multan (WUM) with intentions to provide a stimulating and diverse teaching and research environment. Degree programs offered by the Department are BS Biochemistry (4-years) and M.Phil. Biochemistry (2 years). The Department is projected to expand the knowledge and insight in science underpinning Biochemistry and Biotechnology principles. In addition, it will help to apply knowledge and skills in addressing problems in the study of Animals, Plants, Microbes, Industrial, Environmental problems, Health sciences and Nanotechnology. The Department has highly qualified and competent faculty having Ph.D. and M.Phil. Degrees and research experience from reputable national and international universities.
Biochemistry forms the core of life sciences; the department intends to play in the dissemination and application of knowledge through teaching and research. It is the aim of the department to promote the development of conducive scholarly environment to enhance intellectual capabilities, to offer graduate and undergraduate programs that are of international standards and to foster research and scholarly activities in Biochemistry and Biotechnology.
Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology will make an effort to excel in undergraduate, graduate and post graduate education by creating a workable environment. Department will make professional relationships with other organizations for the improvement in teaching and research. The focus will be given to research areas that will have a practical application in Industry, Environment, Medical and Agriculture. Our mission is to find the natural ways for the eradication of harmful compounds.
Our mission is also to establish and maintain the leadership in the pursuit and dissemination of knowledge by quality and relevant teaching, and research activities.
Biochemistry and Biotechnology degrees can be applied to many other disciplines and sciences. Therefore, our graduates have career opportunities in areas such as: Medicine, Health Sciences, Drug Research and Development, Cancer and other diseases, Agriculture Research, Animal Population Restoration, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Control and other fields of Biotechnology.
Admission to first year BS in Biochemistry will be open to any female student who:
1. Has passed the Intermediate Examination with Pre-Medical Group or any Equivalent Examination.
2. Has secured at least 50% marks (Pre-medical) and must have 60% marks either in the subject of Biology or Chemistry.
3. Is not more than 24 years old.
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Admission to first year MS/M.Phil. In Biochemistry will be open to any female student who has completed:
• BS (16 years education) in Biochemistry or relevant field from a recognized university
• M.Sc. in Biochemistry or relevant field from a recognized university
• M.Sc. Biotechnology; Pharm-D; or MBBS from a recognized university
• Having 1st Division in the last Degree and at least 2.5 CGPA
• Having not more than one second division in an academic career.
• Not less than 50% marks in an academic career.
• No 3rd division/D grade in entire academic career (where “division” criteria applicable).
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