What are the implications of faith for Christians who work in the sciences?
The study of molecules is one of the more important research-active scientific disciplines. Learn about the molecular structure and potential uses of nucleic acids, proteins, lipids, and carbohydrates... how do they work? And what happens when they don't? Changes and new developments in biochemistry happen at a rapid pace and the need for well-trained Christian scientists becomes even more critical. Biochemistry plays an important role in our world today and grounding yourself in a Biblical perspective prepares you to grapple with the inevitable ethical and philosophical questions that arise.
Biochemistry is a Bachelor of Science degree program. It is offered as an honours major.
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Right from the start, small class sizes allow for meaningful class discussion, led by professors who are actively researching in the field and excited to include students in their work.
First-year courses provide foundational skills and knowledge in multiple science disciplines, giving you an interdisciplinary understanding of the topics that you'll dig into later on in your studies. Many classes—as early as first-year—include a lab component where you'll participate in real-world experiments and use professional-grade equipment.
The Core Curriculum is a set of 10 courses that every student takes. The courses are woven through every major and get you to think deeply and broadly about what you’re studying. Think about it this way…
In your classes, you will focus on developing critical thinking, analytical, and scientific writing skills in courses like Genetics, Advanced Techniques in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, and Toxicology. Small classes taught by dedicated professors who are experts in their field mean you will conduct and critically assess research as you review the methods, concepts and findings of contemporary biological researchers and experiments.
Redeemer's pathogen research lab allows students and faculty to safely and professionally study bacteria and viruses and the response of immune systems to them. Senior biochemistry students have their own bench space and the equipment to run their final year research projects.
Various science courses include field trips as an experiential learning component. Science students can apply for jobs as summer researchers and lab assistants, working alongside Redeemer science faculty in their ongoing research projects that are funded by multi-year research grants from NSERC.
has built a career studying the connection between nuclear proteins and leukemia.
is working as a family physician and for her, medicine is a direct and tangible means of living out her faith.
Paul Naphtali '14 has founded his own science communications agency that caters to biotech companies.
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