Biochemistry

The Biochemistry major is an interdisciplinary program that requires a solid foundation in biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics. Biochemistry is a dynamic field of study that contributes critical information to biology, medicine, nutrition, agriculture, physiology, genetics, and immunology. The Biochemistry major is an ideal choice for students who have an interest in graduate education in biochemistry, chemistry, biology, or pharmacy. Employment is also available in the areas of nutrition, agricultural research, or the biotechnology industry; careers in medicine, areas of allied health, and scientific research are also commonly sought.

Course Requirement Definitions:
Elective Requirement: Additional courses necessary to earn enough credits for a degree outside of Major and STAGE requirements.
First Year Seminar (FYS): Introductory course to the academic experience, emphasizing the skills necessary for academic success.
Major Requirement: Courses are core to this major and are subject matter-specific.
Stage Requirement: Courses are part of our STAGE General Education program, and must be taken to earn a degree. Learn more here>

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Fall One – first year

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
BIO 171 & 173	General Biology I & Lab Major Requirement	4 CR
CHEM 171 & 173	General Chemistry I & Lab Major Requirement	4 CR
WRT 101	Academic Writing I Stage Requirement	3 CR
STAC 101	Elective Requirement	1 CR
FYS 101	First Year Seminar Stage Requirement	3 CR
		15 FALL CREDITS

Spring One – first year

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
BIO 172 & 174	General Biology II & Lab Major Requirement	4 CR
CHEM 172 & 174	General Chemistry II & Lab Major Requirement	4 CR
WRT 102	Academic Writing II Stage Requirement	3 CR
Breadth & Proficiency 1	Stage Requirement	3 CR
STAC 102	Elective Requirement	1 CR
		15 SPRING CREDITS

Fall Two – sophomore

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
BIO 251 & 253	Anatomy & Physiology I Major Requirement	4 CR
CHEM 251	Organic Chemistry I Major Requirement	4 CR
MATH 201	Calculus I Major Requirement	4 CR
STAC 201	Elective Requirement	1 CR
Breadth & Proficiency 2	Stage Requirement	3 CR
		16 FALL CREDITS

Spring Two – sophomore

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
BIO 252 & 254	Anatomy & Physiology II Major Requirement	4 CR
CHEM 252	Organic Chemistry II Major Requirement	4 CR
MATH 202	Calculus II Major Requirement	4 CR
Free Elective 1	Elective Requirement	3 CR
		15 SPRING CREDITS

Fall Three – junior

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
BIO 307	Microbiology Major Requirement	4 CR
BIO 403	Biochemistry I Major Requirement	4 CR
PHYS 201 & 211	General Physics I & Lab Major Requirement	4 CR
Breadth & Proficiency 3	Stage Requirement	3 CR
		15 FALL CREDITS

Spring Three – junior

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
BIO 350	Genetics Major Requirement	4 CR
BIO 407	Biochemistry II Major Requirement	4 CR
PHYS 202 & 212	General Physics II & Lab Major Requirement	4 CR
Breadth & Proficiency 4	Stage Requirement	3 CR
		15 SPRING CREDITS

Fall Four – senior

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
BIO 404	Cell and Molecular Biology Major Requirement	4 CR
CHEM 301	Quantitative Chemical Analysis Major Requirement	4 CR
BIO 325	Bioinformatics Major Requirement	3 CR
Breadth & Proficiency 5	Stage Requirement	3 CR
Gateway 1	Stage Requirement	3 CR
		17 FALL CREDITS

Spring Four – senior

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
CHEM 310	Physical Chemistry Major Requirement	3 CR
BIO Elective 1	Biology Elective Major Requirement	3-4 CR
Gateway 2	Stage Requirement	3 CR
Gateway 3	Stage Requirement	3 CR
Free Elective 2	Elective Requirement	3 CR
		15-16 SPRING CREDITS