Biochemistry, B.S.

Requirements for the Major:

Additional requirements in Math and Physics

• Mathematics through and including:

• MTH 115 - Calculus 3: Differential Vector Calculus and Matrix Theory

• and two terms of introductory physics

• PHY 110 - Physics for the Life Sciences 1

• and

• PHY 111 - Physics for the Life Sciences 2

• or

• PHY 120 - Matter in Motion

• and

• PHY 121 - Principles of Electromagnetics

Note:

Acceptance to graduate school may require additional courses and/or undergraduate research experience.

Requirements for Honors:

Students eligible for honors in biochemistry must fulfill the College-wide criteria and satisfactorily complete a thesis, traditionally based on the results of original research, that receives the approval of the subcommittee for biochemistry and the appropriate College committee. It is customary, but not required, that students enroll in three honors research courses, typically during the senior year.