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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>
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 |
| Breadth & Proficiency 2 | Stage Requirement | 3 CR |
| 17 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 |
| 12 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 |