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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 CodeCourse NameCredits
BIO 171 & 173 General Biology I & Lab
Major Requirement
4 CR
CHEM 171 & 173 General Chemistry I & Lab
Major Requirement
4 CR
WRT 101Academic Writing I
Stage Requirement
3 CR
STAC 101 Elective Requirement1 CR
FYS 101 First Year Seminar
Stage Requirement
3 CR
15 FALL CREDITS

Spring One – first year

Course CodeCourse NameCredits
BIO 172 & 174 General Biology II & Lab
Major Requirement
4 CR
CHEM 172 & 174General Chemistry II & Lab
Major Requirement
4 CR
WRT 102Academic Writing II
Stage Requirement
3 CR
Breadth & Proficiency 1 Stage Requirement3 CR
Breadth & Proficiency 2Stage Requirement3 CR
17 SPRING CREDITS

Fall Two – sophomore

Course CodeCourse NameCredits
BIO 251 & 253Anatomy & Physiology I
Major Requirement
4 CR
CHEM 251Organic Chemistry I
Major Requirement
4 CR
MATH 201 Calculus I
Major Requirement
4 CR
12 FALL CREDITS

Spring Two – sophomore

Course CodeCourse NameCredits
BIO 252 & 254 Anatomy & Physiology II
Major Requirement
4 CR
CHEM 252Organic Chemistry II
Major Requirement
4 CR
MATH 202Calculus II
Major Requirement
4 CR
Free Elective 1Elective Requirement3 CR
15 SPRING CREDITS

Fall Three – junior

Course CodeCourse NameCredits
BIO 307Microbiology
Major Requirement
4 CR
BIO 403Biochemistry I
Major Requirement
4 CR
PHYS 201 & 211General Physics I & Lab
Major Requirement
4 CR
Breadth & Proficiency 3Stage Requirement3 CR
15 FALL CREDITS

Spring Three – junior

Course CodeCourse NameCredits
BIO 350Genetics
Major Requirement
4 CR
BIO 407 Biochemistry II
Major Requirement
4 CR
PHYS 202 & 212General Physics II & Lab
Major Requirement
4 CR
Breadth & Proficiency 4 Stage Requirement3 CR
15 SPRING CREDITS

Fall Four – senior

Course CodeCourse NameCredits
BIO 404 Cell and Molecular Biology
Major Requirement
4 CR
CHEM 301 Quantitative Chemical Analysis
Major Requirement
4 CR
BIO 325Bioinformatics
Major Requirement
3 CR
Breadth & Proficiency 5 Stage Requirement3 CR
Gateway 1Stage Requirement3 CR
17 FALL CREDITS

Spring Four – senior

Course CodeCourse NameCredits
CHEM 310Physical Chemistry
Major Requirement
3 CR
BIO Elective 1 Biology Elective
Major Requirement
3-4 CR
Gateway 2Stage Requirement3 CR
Gateway 3Stage Requirement3 CR
Free Elective 2Elective Requirement3 CR
15-16 SPRING CREDITS
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