UNAM Bachelor of Science in Medicinal Chemistry

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1 UNAM Bachelor of Science in Medicinal Chemistry

1.1 Degree

1.2 Admission Criteria

1.3 Duration of Study

1.4 Modules

1.5 See Also

Degree

Bachelor of Science Honours

Admission Criteria

To register for Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (Honours) or Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry (Honours) degree programme a candidate must hold a valid Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate (NSSC) (ordinary or higher) or a recognised equivalent qualification. English is a compulsory subject and should normally have been obtained as a Second Language at NSSC (O level) with a minimum C symbol or English as a First Language at NSSC (O level) with a minimum D symbol. In addition at least a C symbol on NSSC or equivalent qualification in Mathematics and Physical Science is required. A candidate should obtain a minimum of 25 points on the UNAM Evaluation Point Scale in his/her five (5) best subjects (of which Mathematics, English, and Physical Science must be included) to be admitted to undergraduate studies (Refer to the General Admission Criteria for Undergraduate Programmes in the General Information and Regulations Yearbook). Obtaining the minimum number of points, however, does not necessarily ensure admission. Admission is based on availability of places and is awarded on the basis of merit.
The Faculty reserves the right to subject candidates to additional selection procedures before admission. Admission can also be considered for persons who qualify through the Mature Age Entry Scheme upon successful completion of the relevant examinations as set out in the General Regulations (in the General Information and Regulations Yearbook). A special application form is available for this purpose. Such candidates may also be required to pass a Faculty entry test before admission is considered.

Duration of Study

The minimum duration for the Bachelor of Science in Chemistry degree programme is four (4) years. The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry degree must be completed with in six (6) years of full-time study

Modules

Year 1, Semester 1
Chemistry 1A
Basic Mathematics
English Communication and Study Skills
Physics for Physical Sciences I
Introduction to Biology

Year 1, Semester 2
Chemistry 1B
Precalculus
English for Academic Purposes
Contemporary Social Issues
Computer Literacy
Diversity of Life

Year 2, Semester 1
Inorganic Chemistry I
Physical Chemistry I
Organic Chemistry I
Calculus I

Year 2, Semester 2
Physics for Physical Sciences II
Introduction to Statistics
Analytical Chemistry I
Biomolecules and Catalysis
Introduction to microbiology

Year 3, Semester 1
Industrial Chemistry I
Inorganic Chemistry II
Analytical Chemistry II
Bioenergetics and Metabolism
Drug Discovery and Development
Medicinal Chemistry I
Biochemical Analysis

Year 3, Semester 2
Organic Chemistry II
Instrumental Analysis I
Physical Chemistry II
Research Methodology
Transmission of Genetic Information

Year 4, Semester 1
Instrumental Analysis II
Organic Chemistry III
Physical Chemistry III
Research Project
Natural Product Chemistry I

Year 4, Semester 2
Industrial Chemistry II
Inorganic Chemistry III
Research Project
Natural Product Chemistry II
Medicinal Chemistry II
Medical Bacteriology