Programme Overview
The department of Biochemistry was established in 2004, as an academic unit under the faculty of Biomedical sciences in the school of medicine. It is located in the western campus in Ishaka, Bushenyi Municipal. This programme has a duration of 2 years minimum.
What You Will Learn
By the end of the programme, students are expected to demonstrate the knowledge, practical skills and professional conduct required for effective work in Science in Biochemistry.
Course Structure and Learning Experience
The learning experience is organised to move students from foundational knowledge into applied, supervised and professionally oriented practice.
Foundation sciences
Students begin with the scientific and professional foundations required for health training.
Pre-practice preparation
Learning moves into practical, laboratory or simulated tasks that prepare students for supervised practice.
Applied practice
Students engage with discipline-specific practical work, field exposure or clinical learning where applicable.
Community orientation
The programme connects professional practice with prevention, service and community realities.
Research and professional readiness
Students consolidate learning through research, professional conduct and career preparation.
Course Content
Academic Year 1
19 courses
| 66 units
Semester 1
26 unitsSemester 2
40 units
Academic Year 2
2 courses
| 9 units
Semester 1
3 unitsSemester 2
6 unitsAdmission Requirements
Applicants should satisfy KIU's approved postgraduate admission requirements for this programme and any additional requirements set by the relevant academic unit.
- Relevant prior academic qualifications recognised by KIU and the appropriate regulatory bodies where applicable.
- Subject background or professional preparation suitable for study in Science in Biochemistry.
- International applicants should provide recognised equivalent qualifications.
Fees and Application Guidance
Tuition, functional fees and any programme-specific charges are confirmed by KIU Admissions and Finance for each intake. Applicants should review the current fee schedule before submitting an application.