Biochemistry, B.A.

The B.A. in Biochemistry program is designed for undergraduates who desire to understand how chemistry and biology can work together to improve health outcomes. This degree offers a large amount of flexibility with ample room for numerous electives. Graduates of this program will be qualified to apply for admission to graduate programs in the sciences or colleges/schools in the medical field. Graduates who wish to enter the workforce rather than move on to more advanced degrees will be qualified to work as laboratory assistants/technicians, or work in other fields that require training in the chemical sciences.This program provides a foundational background in chemistry, the biological sciences, physics, and mathematics as well as a broad general education in the liberal arts and social sciences. Advanced courses in the degree include courses in biochemistry, molecular biology, physical and analytical chemistry. The combined curriculum also allows for research opportunities for students to develop their skills beyond their coursework experiences.

Student Learning Outcomes

While the general education courses establish a foundation for knowledge acquisition, the Undergraduate Program’s outcomes expand beyond content and focus on skills that are scaffolded throughout the undergraduate curriculum. Students in the Biochemistry program are expected to develop and demonstrate the following skills in accordance with the Undergraduate Program’s outcomes.

• Problem-Solving: Apply principles of foundational courses to solve problems using higher-level thinking.
• Laboratory Skills: Demonstrate the ability to perform foundational laboratory skills and techniques correctly.
• Scientific method: Apply the scientific process through hypothesis testing, experimental design, observation, explanation, and presentation of results.
• Knowledge of Biochemistry: Demonstrate they have acquired knowledge in biochemistry related to the structure and function of biomolecules, energy and metabolism, and transfer of cellular information.
• Collaborative Scientific Work: Work effectively as a member of a laboratory team to conduct experiments and present results following the scientific process.