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“My professors were really invested in their classes and their students—they wanted me to succeed, and they sought out ways to do that. I don’t think that’s widespread. The professor-to-class relationship was just so strong at UJ.”
Our Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry program encourages students to investigate the chemistry of living systems. Courses are taught by professors, never grad students. And class sizes are kept small. All so you can get personal attention from your instructor.
Coursework covers a range of disciplines, from analytical chemistry and microbiology to mathematics and physics. To promote hands-on learning and help you develop research skills, our biochemistry courses are complemented by laboratory work.
Many of our biochemistry students go on to professional school after graduation. To help with this transition, we offer the following pre-professional programs:
Many of our graduates go on to masters and PhD programs in science. Others pursue teaching or work in industries such as:
Our students develop their abilities to conduct experiments and engage in research through laboratory work in cell biology, analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, and microbiology.
More experience = a better career! Our community support helps you gain professional development opportunities – many of which are available for credit. Our students gain experience by working with local dentists, veterinarians, and healthcare clinics.
“My professors were really invested in their classes and their students—they wanted me to succeed, and they sought out ways to do that. I don’t think that’s widespread. The professor-to-class relationship was just so strong at UJ.”
Course | Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Chem 133 |
General Chemistry I |
4 |
Chem 134 |
General Chemistry II |
4 |
Bio 150 |
Introduction to Biology I |
4 |
Bio 151 |
Introduction to Biology II |
4 |
Math 151 |
Calculus I |
4 |
Math 152 |
Calculus II |
4 |
Phys 203 |
Physics I |
5 |
Phys 204 |
Physics II |
5 |
Biol 216 or Chem 345 or Biol 412 |
Microbiology
Toxicology
Molecular |
4
3
4 |
Chem 255 or Chem 353 or Chem 354 |
Quantitative Analysis
Chemical Methods of Analysis
Instrumental Methods of Analysis |
3
3
3 |
Bio 305 |
Cell Biology |
5 |
Chem 325 or Chem 423 |
A Survey of Physical Chemistry
Chemical Thermdynamics |
3
3 |
Chem 343 |
Organic Chemistry I |
4 |
Chem 344 |
Organic Chemistry II |
4 |
Chem 390 |
Special Topics |
2 |
Chem 413 |
Biochemistry I |
3 |
Chem 414 |
Biochemistry II |
3 |
Bio 430 |
Genetics |
5 |
Chem 431 or Chem 432 |
Advanced Lab I
Advanced Lab II |
1
1 |
Chem 433 or Chem 434 |
Advanced Lab III
Advanced Lab IV |
1
1 |
Chem 493 |
Seminar I |
1 |
Chem 494 |
Seminar II |
1 |
Total Semester Credits Required: 72 to 74
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