College of Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry Molecular Biology
The biochemistry program is a four-year program that blends biochemistry, chemistry, molecular and cell biology, and genetics. Students in this major gain a strong understanding of biological systems. The program opens many doors to career opportunities.
Program Details
- Official Degree Name
- Bachelor of Science
- Format
-
In Class-Day
- Credit Hours
- 132
- Program Start
- Fall Semester
- Application Deadline
- Apply Anytime
- Average Time to Degree
- 4 Years
Why Get Your Biochemistry-Molecular Biology Degree at DeSales University?
Graduates of the biochemistry program will be prepared for careers in pharmaceutical and biotechnological industries, government laboratories, and education at both high school and college levels. This program is a good choice for students who intend to pursue graduate studies in medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, biology, chemistry, and biochemistry.
Program Highlights
Multiple Pathways to Success
- Choose your custom track, including minors, dual majors, or undergrad to graduate programs. Our counselors can work with you to make your dreams a reality during your time here at DeSales.
Active Campus Culture
- Join on-campus clubs and organizations that explore your interest in the sciences further, like the Association for Women in Science, Natural Science Club, and more.
Personal Support
- At DeSales, you’ll receive support where you need it. From our career development center to our student wellness center and expert faculty and admissions counselors, you won’t be without a support system as long as you’re here.
What Will You Study?
At DeSales, you will start working in top-tier labs from day one.
The Priscilla Payne Hurd Science Center offers state-of-the-art teaching and research laboratories in chemistry, biology, and physics.
Campbell Hall houses our neuroscience major, general biology, ecology, environmental science, and field biology labs.
Research and the methodology of science are deeply integrated into our programs. You'll get more hands-on learning than at most other schools. Since all our lab equipment is exclusively for undergraduate use, your independent research and course-related lab work will never take a back seat to graduate students.
Required courses include:
- General Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
- Molecular Biology
- Intro to Bioinformatics
- Physics: Wave Phenomena & Electromagnetism
- Genetics
Meet the Faculty
Outcomes & Careers
Biochemistry graduates will be prepared for careers in pharmaceuticals, biotechnological industries, government laboratories, and education at the high school and college levels. The biochemistry program is a good choice for students who intend to pursue graduate studies in medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, biology, chemistry, and biochemistry.
Potential career paths include:
- Research and management in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries
- Graduate studies in medicine, dentistry, or veterinary science
- Research and teaching at universities, professional schools, and government laboratories
- Graduate level studies in biology, chemistry, and biochemistry
- Secondary Science education
Application Checklist
- Completed application
- High School transcripts
- Entrance essay
- Optional SAT score submission
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