Biochemistry

Overview

Bachelor of Science

The Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry program grounds you in the chemical, physical, and biological principles that characterize living systems. You will develop an interdisciplinary mindset that will prepare you to embrace the interdependent nature of these areas of study.

In the laboratory, you will develop a wide range of technical skills required in the modern workforce in research and industrial environments. Working with state-of-the-art instrumentation in well-equipped facilities, you will gain excellent lab and analytical skills that will prepare you for future employment or continuing education in graduate or professional school. Upon completion of this program, you will be especially well-prepared for further study in the health sciences, including medical or pharmacy school.

What Will You Learn?

Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, graduates will be able to

• Apply knowledge of chemical principles to the understanding of living systems.
• Describe the ways in which biomolecules contribute to the structure and function of cells.
• Design and execute scientific experiments using the scientific method.
• Interpret scientific data and communicate findings.
• Exhibit behaviors consistent with the professional and ethical standards of the discipline.
• Evaluate current scientific advances using knowledge of biochemical principles.
• Evaluate scientific discovery in terms of its scientific merit and its ethical, societal, and global implications.

A complete listing of learning objectives for the Biochemistry program can be found in our Academic Catalog.
Learning Objectives

Why Study Biochemistry?

With the support of your faculty advisor and your professors, you will have numerous options for putting your biochemistry education to use. Biochemistry graduates are prepared for further study in medical, dental or pharmacy school. In addition, biochemistry majors may elect to seek employment in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries. In addition, biochemistry majors may pursue both a bachelor's in Biochemistry and master's in through the university's B.S. to M.S. Option.   

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