UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES IN BIOCHEMISTRY
The field of Biochemistry encompasses an extremely broad and ever-growing varity
of topics, including the study of proteins and nucleic acids, control of gene
expression, and the molecular basis for diseases such as diabetes, cancer, and
AIDS. The Department of Biochemistry is a research-based department within the
School of Medicine that offers undergraduate majors.
A degree in Biochemistry prepares students for a wide range of career choices,
including biomedical research at universities or in the biotechnology,
pharmaceutical or chemical industries. The Biochemistry major is also excellent
preparation for medical school and graduate school in biomedical science. See the
FAQ Sheet for more specific information.
The Biochemistry Department offers undergraduate programs leading to either the B.A. or B.S. degree. The main difference between the two programs is the greater
emphasis on quantitative sciences in the B.S. program that includes additional
mathematics, chemistry, and physics. Both curriculum are rigorous and emphasize
research experience. Required courses include a Departmental SAGE course which
emphasizes analysis of the primary biochemical literature. The Senior Capstone in
Biochemistry consists of thesis deciphering results from the student research
experience.
For more information contact the program's coordinator Dr. David Samols
