Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry prepares you for high-impact careers in the biotechnology and life sciences industries, where you can contribute to advances in medicine, healthcare, and scientific innovation. You’ll build the technical skills and laboratory experience employers look for, opening doors to roles in research, pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, and more.
Designed for students interested in the chemistry of living systems, this degree builds practical, in-demand lab skills alongside a strong understanding of the molecular processes behind health and disease. If you’re planning to continue your education, the program also provides excellent preparation for medical school and graduate study in biochemistry and related fields.
Degree Roadmap
B.S. Biochemistry Roadmap
Year 1 Fall
CHEM 111 General Chemistry I (3)
CHEM 111L General Chemistry Lab I (2)
MATH 130 Calculus I (4)
General Elective (GE)
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Year 1 Spring
CHEM 112 General Chemistry II (3)
CHEM 112L General Chemistry Lab II (2)
MATH 131 Calculus II (3)
General Elective (GE)
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Year 2 Fall
CHEM 331 Organic Chemistry I (5)
BIOL 140A Principles of Cell & Molecular Biology (5)
General Elective (GE)
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Year 2 Spring
CHEM 332 Organic Chemistry II (5)
BIOL 140B Principles of Organismal Biology (5)
CHEM 220 Quantitative Analysis (4)
General Elective (GE)
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Year 3 Fall
CHEM 441 Biochemistry I (4)
PHYS 125 Principles of Physics I (4)
General Elective (GE)
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Year 3 Spring
CHEM 442 Biochemistry II (4)
PHYS 126 Principles of Physics II (4)
General Elective (GE)
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Year 4 Fall
CHEM 351 Physical Chemistry I (3)
CHEM 443 Biochemistry Lab I (3)
Major Elective (3)
General Elective (GE)
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Year 4 Spring
CHEM 352 Physical Chemistry II (3)
CHEM 444 Biochemistry Lab II (3)
Major Elective (3)
General Elective (GE)
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Major Elective
Choose two (2) from the following:
CHEM 311 Computers in Chemistry (3)
CHEM 445 Protein Structure (3)
CHEM 446 Nucleic Acid Chemistry (3)
CHEM 447 Major Organ Biochemistry (3)