Bachelor of Medical Sciences Honors Specialization in Biochemistry and Pathology of Human Disease

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 conditionBiochemistry 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. This module integrates the study of the related fields of biochemistry and pathology to give students an understanding of the molecular mechanisms by which human diseases are caused and progress, and how this knowledge can lead to treatments and cures.