Biochemistry, B.S.

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Requirements for the Major

Nine courses in Biology and Chemistry:

Biology

Introductory Biology

Chemistry

Introductory Chemistry

Organic Chemistry

Upper Level Chemistry

A two- term biochemistry sequence for biochemistry majors and can be taken in any order:

In addition, students must have:

Math through and including

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

Physics

Note: Typically, students complete introductory biology, chemistry and math courses in their first year.

In addition to the courses above, students are required to take 3 electives.

Biochemistry: Biological Sciences: Sub-Cellular

Biochemistry: Biological Sciences: Organismal

Requirements for Honors in Biochemistry

Students eligible for honors in biochemistry must satisfactorily complete a thesis, traditionally based on the results of original research. It is customary, but not required, that students enroll in three honors research courses, typically during the senior year.

In addition students must fulfill the following criteria:

have achieved a cumulative index of 3.3 or better
have an index of 3.3 or better in courses taken in the major (this dos not include cognate courses in math and physics or grades associated with senior thesis (BIO 491, BIO 492 and BIO 493). At least three of the courses used to calculate the major GPA must have a grade of A- or better
completed their Senior Writing Experience on which a grade of not lower than A- has been earned
have taken the final six terms of the program at Union or elsewhere in a study program approved by Union. Students should consult their departments for complete information. “(2) have an index of 3.3 or better in courses taken in the major with grades of A- or better in at least three such courses, exclusive of the senior thesis;”