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Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry

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Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

This interdisciplinary program provides students with a strong background in the basic principles of physical and life sciences. With courses in biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and molecular biology, the biochemistry program provides strong preparation for professional or graduate school. The biochemistry curriculum prepares students for careers requiring a strong background in basic principles of the physical and life sciences. The program is a collaborative effort between the Division of Animal and Nutritional Sciences in the Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design, and the Departments of Biology and Chemistry in the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences. Students completing biochemistry major are prepared for professional employment in the expanding fields of agricultural and environmental sciences, chemical industry, health-related industries and biotechnology-based industries. The curriculum provides students with the interdisciplinary background in biochemistry, biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and molecular biology necessary as preparation for professional schools of human and veterinary medicine, dentistry, optometry, and pharmacy. It also provides strong preparation for graduate study in fields such as animal and plant agriculture, biochemistry, biology, molecular biology, genetics, biotechnology, chemistry, food science, nutrition and physiology. The curriculum is modeled after the American Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biologists guidelines. The degree requirements for an American Chemical Society certified degree can be met within the framework of the program. Major Learning Goals Graduates will demonstrate a working knowledge of the basic sciences of biology, chemistry, mathematics and scientific methods. Graduates will demonstrate a working knowledge of biological mechanisms, including biochemistry, biotechnology, functional genomics, nutrition, physiology and reproduction necessary for understanding of the disciplines. Graduates will demonstrate the ability to write and present scientific information. Graduates will demonstrate the ability to integrate knowledge and possess problem solving/critical thinking skills necessary for professional and social development and life-long learning and civic engagement. Careers Medical doctor Dentist Research scientist Professor Veterinary doctor Laboratory technician Pharmaceutical sales

Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

This interdisciplinary program provides students with a strong background in the basic principles of physical and life sciences. With courses in biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and molecular biology, the biochemistry program provides strong preparation for professional or graduate school. The biochemistry curriculum prepares students for careers requiring a strong background in basic principles of the physical and life sciences. The program is a collaborative effort between the Division of Animal and Nutritional Sciences in the Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design, and the Departments of Biology and Chemistry in the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences. Students completing biochemistry major are prepared for professional employment in the expanding fields of agricultural and environmental sciences, chemical industry, health-related industries and biotechnology-based industries. The curriculum provides students with the interdisciplinary background in biochemistry, biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and molecular biology necessary as preparation for professional schools of human and veterinary medicine, dentistry, optometry, and pharmacy. It also provides strong preparation for graduate study in fields such as animal and plant agriculture, biochemistry, biology, molecular biology, genetics, biotechnology, chemistry, food science, nutrition and physiology. The curriculum is modeled after the American Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biologists guidelines. The degree requirements for an American Chemical Society certified degree can be met within the framework of the program. Major Learning Goals Graduates will demonstrate a working knowledge of the basic sciences of biology, chemistry, mathematics and scientific methods. Graduates will demonstrate a working knowledge of biological mechanisms, including biochemistry, biotechnology, functional genomics, nutrition, physiology and reproduction necessary for understanding of the disciplines. Graduates will demonstrate the ability to write and present scientific information. Graduates will demonstrate the ability to integrate knowledge and possess problem solving/critical thinking skills necessary for professional and social development and life-long learning and civic engagement. Careers Medical doctor Dentist Research scientist Professor Veterinary doctor Laboratory technician Pharmaceutical sales

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