Biochemistry Major
Degree: Bachelor of Science

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Required: 122 semester hours, to include at least 36 hours at or above the 300 course level
AOS Code: U860

The Biochemistry Major (BS) is designed to prepare students for graduate training in the biochemical sciences, medicine, and other health professions, or for employment in biotechnology, pharmaceutical and chemical industries. Students who complete the Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry will meet all or most of the academic requirements for admission to medical, dental, veterinary or pharmacy schools.

The curriculum involves a solid foundation of chemistry and biology courses, along with core and advanced elective courses in biochemistry. Undergraduate research is encouraged, and students may collaborate with participating faculty from a variety of departments (Chemistry, Biology, Nutrition and Foodservice Systems, Physics, and Exercise and Sport Science).

This program follows the biochemistry curriculum recommendations of the American Society of Biochemists and Molecular Biologists.

Requirements

College of Arts and Sciences Liberal Education Requirements (CLER) (54-55 hours)

All students must meet the College of Arts and Sciences All University Liberal Education Requirements (CLER). See description under Chemistry Major (Bachelor of Science).

Major Requirements

CHE 111, 112, 114, 115, 242, 331, 333, 351, 352, 354, 372, 401 (audit), 402, 463, 506, 556, 557, 558

Related Area Requirements

1. MAT 191, 292

2. BIO 111, 112, and either BIO 392, 393 lab, or BIO 355, 356 lab

3. PHY 211, 212 and 251, 252 labs, or 291, 292 and 251, 252 labs

4. Advanced Biochemistry Elective (3-4 hours):

one or more of the following courses: CHE 491, 492; BIO 499, 594; ESS 475; NFS 527; PHY 595

5. Advanced Biological Science Elective (3-4 hours)

one or more of the following courses: BIO 277, 424, 464, 477, 479, 481, 578, 583, 584, 594 strongly recommended (if not used as Advanced Biochemistry Elective), 595, 596; PHY 543

Only Chemistry and Biology courses in which grades of C- or better are earned will be counted toward the major.

Electives

Electives should be sufficient to complete the 122 semester hours required for the degree. Additional advanced courses in chemistry and biology are recommended.