Biochemistry is number three of the most important subjects in first year. The course lasts the duration of the academic year and you will have in person lectures as well as in person laboratory classes where you will conduct experiments.

In order to succeed it’s important to stay up to date with lectures. They are posted on Blackboard but are usually taken down after a week and replaced with the next one. So, make sure to download the lectures or take your own notes right away. Beware that the majority of lectures have no sound, which can be a bit challenging.

Preparation for the laboratory classes is also very important, as a small test are held at the beginning of each class. It is possible to obtain a maximum of 2 points per test, and a total of 18 points collected throughout the year was required to qualify for the final exam (this requirement was introduced for the 2025/2026 academic year).

Biochemistry may seem daunting at first because of the large amount of content, however, if you focus on understanding the topics instead of memorizing them, you will find that the concepts aren’t as difficult as they may seem.
Especially thoroughly studying the lectures about enzymes will give you an advantage in understanding physiology in the 2nd year.

Attendance is mandatory and any unexcused absence from class will result in obtaining 1 negative point. Failure of a credit retake will result in obtaining 2 negative points. If a student obtains 5 or more negative points they will be disqualified for the final exam and have to retake the course.