5 Reasons Why You Should NOT Study Biochemistry 🔬
You would like to study biochemistry? Here I give you 5 reasons why you should NOT. Studying biochemistry is interesting, but definitely not for everyone. It can be boring, complicated and difficult sometimes and I hope with this video I can give you some information about the downsides of a biochemical career.
This video should help you in making a decision whether biochemistry and the life as a biochemist is the right thing for you. During my studies many people dropped off saying: "That's not what I expected" and with this video I want to make you aware what you are going to experience in a bachelor/undergraduate program with some perspective into the future. This all might sound that I would recommend nobody to study biochemistry, but this is absolutely not the case. I personally don't regret that I studied it and I even did my Masters and I am going to do my PhD as well. There are enough reasons FOR biochemistry, I just want to give you a more or less realistic view what is going to await you.
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00:17 1. Learning by Heart
01:31 2. Lab Work..Sure it's the Right Thing for You?
03:25 3. Experimental Failure
05:02 4. Complexity of Biochemistry
05:58 5. The Future?!
07:56 Summary
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I really feel that video xD best biochemist in town
@VitalityFitnessScience
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks man! 2nd best after you 🙏
I love Biochemistry, it's my life. I don't mind if I have to wait long hours or repeat experiments and to be honest those are the attributes a true scientist should possess. There is no option on whether to study Biochemistry or not because without it no one would understand what happens in living systems. That is say medicine whether human or animal, production of drugs, cosmetics and what have you wouldn't make much sense. Also, there products that are not directly administered to the body yet, there effects on the body can only be explained by biochemical methods. So, a 100 and more reasons to study Biochemistry. Oh! Also show some respect for biochemists that have laboured to come up with your everyday products and drugs also.
@imranijaz3177
2 жыл бұрын
Im also msc.biochemistry... can i know in which all sector biochemistry job i can do... please reply sir
@sirasalarajeswari1619
Жыл бұрын
package ?
@LilyMendoza19
Жыл бұрын
I just think the same as you. I like to study, is not a problem for me work and doing a MSc, i really want to have a job that provides me do something to help in that field of sciences.
@geraldinediva5982
9 ай бұрын
Pls come and study in Ebonyi state university u would love it more
This made me even more motivated!
@xaviermagnate
3 жыл бұрын
YUP!!!
@yuridanylko
2 жыл бұрын
Literally
I thought He was lying down hahahah
@blandface9957
2 жыл бұрын
Now I can't unsee it 💀
@VitalityFitnessScience
2 жыл бұрын
Who knows... maybe I am?! 😂 ..I DONT know why my old student dorm decided for these ugly green walls 🤣
Its incredibly helpful to have someone explain the cons of this major specifically. I don't have problems with learning by heart or patience, but I just get scared that what if I can't handle it etc etc. But that's another reason I want a tough major, need to face this fear. I know I can do it, just need more guts ig.
@VitalityFitnessScience
2 жыл бұрын
Its ab absolutely doable major, and you are surrounded by people with the same fears and doubts and you go with them through the more difficult times. Dont worry about it, if you want it, go for it!
My wife is in her first year of biochemistry. She’s gonna make it for sure.
I'm a bit confused. I've spent this week trying to find the best possible course for me when I go to college and I'm still in Grade 11. I want to choose BioChemistry after watching your video. I'll try to learn more about BioChemistry to see if it is worth it or very cool.
@VitalityFitnessScience
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comment. Try to look for some videos which show you how a lab looks like and what your tasks more or less will be. Of course there are many possibilities after the degree but mostly you land in the lab. Maybe that will help with your decision 👍
Appreciate your honesty, it really helps to hear other perspectives as well😅 Did you ever consider any other courses similar to biochem, like biomedical sciences?
@VitalityFitnessScience
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Ana, thanks a lot! Yeah I thought about e.g. biomedicine as well but unfortuantely I was not taken by those universities who offered it. But if I would have been taken, I think I would have gone for biomedicine 😄
@Ana-fh9ct
4 жыл бұрын
@@VitalityFitnessScience I'm glad it all worked out in the end for you :)
Thank you man! Really helpful
I am physics professor learning biochemistry .... Very Helpful
Yeah, I remember THAT internship just too well. We literally spent more time in the cafeteria than in the lab. 😂
@gabrielerklart1470
4 жыл бұрын
I love you Ali
@VitalityFitnessScience
4 жыл бұрын
Ohhhh yes 😂
@VitalityFitnessScience
4 жыл бұрын
True words brother 😂☕
@alinebras627
4 жыл бұрын
Gabrielerklärt 😘♥️
thanks for the video its really informative im actually majoring in chemistry soon! was trying to learn about the different branches of chemistry and trying to figure out what ill like lol mostly by reading and watching vids but currently i find organic chemistry especially synthetic organic chemistry and biochemistry the most interesting! but i don't know didn't start yet but pretty soon 😅
@VitalityFitnessScience
2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting! Same here! Love these 2 also a lot (BC especially, obviously haha)
This video made me want to study biochem even more lol. I really love lab works and studying. The only problem is that there are no schools that teaches biochem in my location 😭😭😭 i think I really need to move
@VitalityFitnessScience
3 жыл бұрын
Thats a pitty! Hope u can fullfill your dream one day then! Good luck!
Welp, at least the military likes STEM degrees. I stopped having an interest in grad school after junior year. Only one semester to go!
@jasoncochran6623
3 жыл бұрын
What’s your plan?
This is strange. Becuase if you do not want. 1. Learn things. 2. Do the lab to know the trade. 3. Cannot accept failure. 4. Do not want learn complex things. 5. Study for long years to get Msc or Phd I do not know what you will be good for? Try baseball.. I does not require much of the above.
Thank you for this video! I was planning on studying biochemistry as its pretty much combining two of my favorite subjects in one almost, but now i just feel iffy... I'm not sure if i can get a job even
@didntdecide5722
3 жыл бұрын
I studied biochemistry and I love it so much , it's so beautiful Now I'm a 25 years old forensic analyst in the DNA department, biochemistry gives you so many options, Good luck 👍🏻❤
@abdulaseez2847
3 жыл бұрын
@@didntdecide5722 is biochemistry degree useful...is there opportunities after this..
@didntdecide5722
3 жыл бұрын
@@abdulaseez2847 biochemists are always needed
@zigzagnemesist5074
3 жыл бұрын
@@abdulaseez2847 yes, especially in current times, probably one of the most important fields right now
@silverbowftw5225
3 жыл бұрын
@@didntdecide5722 ooo thats SO COOL OMG
As a Biochemist, and someone eat a particular food or a mix, and they eyes turn red and they have a headache, would u be able to explain the reactions that occur that resulted in such symptoms?
@VitalityFitnessScience
2 жыл бұрын
I dont quite understand what you mean. I mean, it depends what you eat, if its spicy, allergy, etc. Greetings Viktor
Hey thank you so much 😊👍
Good day, what advice would you give someone who is weak in chemistry, but still wants to study Biochemistry? I am also not that good at Maths and Physics, and I'm scared of failing.
@VitalityFitnessScience
3 жыл бұрын
If u are scared of failing u have to think if science in general is smth for you, cuz u fail basically all the time, it never functions in the first try. Biochemistry I would advice u cuz u can specialize yourself later into medicial subjects. Biomed is also interessting check that out. Maybe biotech as well. Greetings Viktor
@faithhills6686
3 жыл бұрын
@@VitalityFitnessScience Much thanks.
I had choice to study micro, nutrition, chemistry, etc but I chose biochemistry now I'm regret for choosing this as it is Soo hard .. and Soo difficult to memorize
Thaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaanks I will go to college after 2 years but I prefer to know more about different fields that I would like to study and I think biochemistry is one of them...
i have a friend from a wealthy family. He was set to take over the family business one day. His family taught him the ins and outs of finance and running the business. He eventually decided to study biochemistry. Why? Not because of potential job prospects but because he was simply fascinated by it. most people i know in stem feilds don't share his level of enthusiasm for the sciences.
@VitalityFitnessScience
2 жыл бұрын
I can totally understand that. If u really like BC its definitely fun and interesting to study. 💪🏼
Wow, this is a super host and informative video! Many thanks!
@VitalityFitnessScience
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Jillian! 🙂
Then, what are the true reasons for not studying or major in Biochemistry?
@VitalityFitnessScience
3 жыл бұрын
Absolute reason number 1 is interest. If you dont care how cells/organisms funtion on a macromolecular level then biochemistry should definitely be not your choice. And for me number 2 is the lab work and what you actually will do after u have the degree. Many people I know loved the theoretical parts nur hated the constantly same work. Greeting Vitality
Proud to be students of bsc biochemistry 😎😎❤️
I'm doing my Masters in Biochemistry and I'm still rethinking 😂 Jk I love what I study
Thank u so much I'm also Biochemistry student this video motivate to me
haha I am certainly struggling with all the enzymes. It is just hard to understand what is actually going on. This is my first semester in the field, and still unsure if I wanna pursue a phd after I grad in biochem or go to med school. Dad says become a doctor like myself, I say, "I wanna go to chicago and get a PhD." However, I also want to get a good salary eventually, but am I going to become a brilliant biochemist even after struggling with the names of the enzymes? haha
@VitalityFitnessScience
2 жыл бұрын
Haha dont worry about enzymes man. Its like 0.1 % of BC. Memorizing is certainly a thing but its doable!
Hi Victor...great explanations of all I have exprienced till now Exactly true😂
@VitalityFitnessScience
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Katy! Nice to see you here 😄😊 Yeah maybe I should add some other 5, there are more than enough 😂
I’m confused whether to study biochemical engineering or biomedical engineering !! I do will in science in general I’m interested in math , and how biology and chemistry complete each other. I do very well in physics and machines BUT I don’t know if I will be interested working with them in the future more than biochemistry. But I also know that maybe biomedical engineering is a field that include the biochemistry too So I don’t know Any idea what should I choose
Trying to decide between biomed and bio chem 🥲😂
@VitalityFitnessScience
3 жыл бұрын
Puuuh thats a difficult one 😄 subjectively, I would choose biomed cuz Ithe chemistry part is much less than in biochem
tbh, biochemistry is like baby Organic Chem 2. I got an A on my first exam with only 2days worth of studying. 😂, but I still have exam 2 and final, and I have to put more effort this time to get an A.
hi , i just did my gcse and a levels , i am very poor in maths so would you recommend me to do bsc bio chemistry even if i have poor maths as i saw maths part of curriculum in bsc bio chem
@VitalityFitnessScience
3 жыл бұрын
Hey man, yes thats no problem, math is only a very small part of it. Dont worry about it , I would recommend you still to do it, if your Chemistry was good Greetings Vitality
@angeleyes5989
3 жыл бұрын
In maths, You only need to learn how to make molar or molal solutions of the lab
I'm not enjoying chemistry in biochemistry. Biochemistry is interesting but now I'm confused. I love biology but i don't like microorganisms much. I have a option to switch my major from Biochemistry to microbiology. I'm not sure if i should change it.
@LilyMendoza19
Жыл бұрын
Hi Trina!. Could you explain more?
@trina1865
Жыл бұрын
@@LilyMendoza19Hello. i changed my major. Now I'm studying microbiology which is a biology related subject. I used to major in biochemistry. It was interesting but hard for me since I'm not that good at chemistry. I was confused to change my major so i asked here.
I m an undergraduate student of Biochemistry what will my plan after my graduation? I m little bit confused
@VitalityFitnessScience
3 жыл бұрын
Many options: masters, doctorade/PhD, industry.. check some reviews online, but with biochemistry you wont do smth wrong 🙌🏼
@rejoanakarimriana914
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much.. ! My Cgpa is also pretty good enough.. wish me luck and best wishes to you too
is a degree in genetics better??...in terms of scope and pay
What to do after Bachlor in Biochemistry
@VitalityFitnessScience
3 жыл бұрын
Depends on you actually. Industry (Work) or Master (Education) which I highly recommend!
I am a physicist and I hate biochemistry (I had to work in this field for a while). The mostly painful for me, as a physicist, is that there is not much logic behind biochemistry (learning 'by heart') and hardly repeatable experiments.
@VitalityFitnessScience
Жыл бұрын
Actually many physicist hate it. Heard it already quite often
anytime i saw a new low level coworker in the office (software firm), atleast 1/8th of them were biochem majors in university who graduated (some w/ honors). It's not worth taking at university; the chances are that it won't make you any money back.
@amentrison2794
3 жыл бұрын
Where are you from?
@zigzagnemesist5074
3 жыл бұрын
Yes but if you actually make it in biochem then it’s very rewarding, anyone can graduate in anything, it’s actually going deeper and making it in that field which makes it worth while and Impressive
I finished my grade 12 and I am going to do BSC IN BIOCHEM & MICROBIOLOGY in SA...am afraid that I will end up unemployed..what types of job does this degree offer?.
@VitalityFitnessScience
2 жыл бұрын
I talk about the job chances at the end of the video check it out. But job possibilites are endless.
Pls put more vedios on biochemistry about job opportunities in aboard
That's a great thumbnail lmao. I'm going to take my biochem final I thought this class would be easy cause it's like ochem but it keeps getting more dense and involved. The topic I find interesting though and drives me. P Chem, Quant analysis and biochem oh my!
@VitalityFitnessScience
2 жыл бұрын
Yeeeeah had all these courses as well and OC indeed is related, but I would say biochem is another level! Good luck! 🙏🏼
I've a bachelor in chemistry. Now I was thinking to do masters in biochemistry instead of chemistry. Can you give me any advice Mainly on job opportunities etc in Chemistry and biochemistry
@VitalityFitnessScience
Жыл бұрын
There are plenty: from teacher to researcher. Check out in google they for sure have more job possibilities to tell you than me.
Y didn't u show me before now😭
Ich bin gerade in meiner Klausurenphase an und frage mich, warum tue ich mir den Scheiß eigentlich an :D
@VitalityFitnessScience
4 жыл бұрын
Kenne ich zu gut 🤣
Is biochem a good degree for doing a Msc in biotech ?
@VitalityFitnessScience
2 жыл бұрын
Definitely! But depends on the courses u choose I guess.
It's interesting but.. Exam questions. Fuck. 😅😂
Im doing Dual major Math and Biochemistry
Yes u are almost true 👍
I have a BS in Biochem. Definitely not easy. But do enjoy some of the classes.
Back to learn bro
HELLO SIR I JUST COMPLETED MY MASTERS IN MEDICAL BIOCHEMISTRY PLZ GUIDE ME FUTHER SCOPES ,COURSE ETC.,
@VitalityFitnessScience
2 жыл бұрын
Google about further prospects, e.g. PhD, industry, etc. Possibilites are endless!
While you are waiting your experiment, you just can do whatever you want? ( read books, watch tv?) You got paid during waiting?
@VitalityFitnessScience
7 ай бұрын
Yes man 💪🏼 but usually you fill the times with planing or doing other experiments haha. And yes, of course u get paid cuz its part of the job.
You forgot the most important fact about the industry : Erooms Law... or in other words. the terminal decline of this industry as research costs continue to double every 9 years and productivity of researchers continues to decline. The future for scientist looks very bleak especially since most of the world is aging. As the USA and UK population ages they usually spend less and are less likely to invest their retirement savings into risky businesses like sciences.
🧠The human brain- can hold enough information to fill the grand canyon with books 40+ times. 🤔
Totally agree
I thought u were laying down
I was planning on pursuing masters in this area... 😶 Now im scared 😳
@VitalityFitnessScience
3 жыл бұрын
Don't worry, there are plenty of options for you and many universities offer many specialities (eg oncology). Take what you really find interesting and go for it! 🔥
Biochemostry is headache.... I wouldn't have applied for my masters. We all end up in the classroom!
Can u study biochemistry without doing the lab work??
@VitalityFitnessScience
9 ай бұрын
I don't think so 🧬🔬
All intricate subjects require a lot of learning (memorizing) new things. You don’t want your brain surgeon not remembering the anatomy, opps
5:26 - Look at this roadmap of biochemistry, and you will understand is it yours or not.
@VitalityFitnessScience
2 жыл бұрын
Indeeeeed my friend!
I'm sure your supervisor is really happy hearing this from you!!! 😒
Are you M,AD?
Legendary students see this; even they're not in 8th standard 😅🤘if same; like pz And Now I don't know which biological field i should choose 0_o (in future)
Am doing biochemistry to get to medical school
@VitalityFitnessScience
3 жыл бұрын
Great idea! 💪🏼
Me debating food science or biochem. Hmm maybe electrical engineering
@VitalityFitnessScience
2 жыл бұрын
Interesting that u mention food science, I actually studied it one semester. Definitely prefer biochem cuz u have much more options!
I'm a biochemist and I'm a top ranker😍😍😍
@ma.audreylexineespiritu5961
3 жыл бұрын
hi can u atleast give me ideas about biochemist
Proud to be a bms
What a whiner! Dude, if you’re not happy on your current path you should pick a new one. I’m a biochem major, I love it. I make mistakes in research, constantly. I’m always repeating assays. The excitement of making a new discovery and being a part of something bigger than myself outweighs any negative feelings I may have about those long hours in the lab. If you’re interested in biochem I dare say many of the things he speaks about in this video are not accurate and could be linked to his poor fit to this field. Go for it!
@VitalityFitnessScience
2 жыл бұрын
The only whiner I can see here is you! I am a biochem PhD student right now working on Leucemia - I know what I am talking about. Back to your undergrad program!
To late I'm already in 😂😭
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