Biochemistry BS Degree Map
The degree map is a term-by-term sample course schedule to make it easier for you to understand how to graduate in four years with a degree in Biochemistry. The actual sequence of courses may differ for each student. Please consult with your advisor about the best path for you.
Credits to Graduate with a BS in Biochemistry
120
A Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry requires 120 credits to complete. With 5 classes a semester, this puts you on track to graduate in 4 years. A minimum gpa of 2.0 is required.
Credits for Major in Biochemistry
74
To qualify as a major, 74 credits are required in biochemistry. 42 credits are in chemistry, 13 credits in biology, 8 in mathematics and 8 in physics. 3 electives are in biochemistry.
General Education Credits Required for a BS in Biochemistry
30
To satisfy the general education requirements, 30 credits are required. However, some courses may fulfill both major and general education requirements. Be sure to discuss your courses with your advisor.
First Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BIO 0105-111 Biological Concepts & Methods I BS Biochemistry/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| CHE 0106-111 General Chemistry I BS Biochemistry/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| FYS 0952-110 First Year Seminar General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| MTH 0144-141 Calculus I¹ BS Biochemistry/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| CHE 0106-193 Research Seminars in Chem. BS Biochemistry Requirement |
0.5 credits |
| 16.5 credits |
¹To register, student must have earned a grade of ‘C’ or higher in MTH 140 or pass department exam.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BIO 0105-112 Biological Concepts & Methods II BS Biochemistry/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| CHE 0106-112 General Chemistry II BS Biochemistry/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| ENG 0122-107 Art & Craft of Writing General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| MTH 0144-142 Calculus II BS Biochemistry/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| CHE 0106-181 Safety in the Lab BS in Biochemistry Requirement |
1 credit |
| CHE 0106-194 Research Seminars in Chem. BS Biochemistry Requirement |
0.5 credit |
| 16.5 credits |
Second Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| CHE 0106-251 Organic Chemistry I BS Biochemistry Requirement |
3 credits |
| CHE 0106-253 Organic Chemistry I Lab BS Biochemistry Requirement |
2 credits |
| CHE 0106-265 Quantitative Analysis Lecture BS Biochemistry Requirement |
2 credits |
| CHE 0106-267 Quantitative Analysis Lab BS Biochemistry Requirement |
0.5 credits |
| CHE 0106-293 Research Seminars in Chem. BS Biochemistry Requirement |
3 credits |
| Global Awareness/Civic Engagement Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 16.5 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| CHE 0106-252 Organic Chemistry II BS Biochemistry Requirement |
3 credits |
| CHE 0106-254 Organic Chemistry Lab II BS Biochemistry Requirement |
2 credits |
| CHE 0106-294 Research Seminars in Chem. BS Biochemistry Requirement |
0.5 credits |
| Global Awareness/Civic Engagement Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Social Sciences Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 14.5 credits |
Third Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| CHE 0106-321 Physical Chemistry I BS Biochemistry Requirement |
3 credits |
| CHE 0106-471 Biochemistry I BS Biochemistry Requirement |
3 credits |
| CHE 0106-473 Biochemistry Lab BS Biochemistry Requirement |
2 credits |
| PHY 0156-113 Physics for Science Majors I BS Biochemistry Requirement |
4 credits |
| CHE 0106-498 Guided Research BS Biochemistry Requirement |
1-3 credits |
| CHE 0106-393 Research Seminars in Chem. BS Biochemistry Requirement |
0.5 credits |
| 13-15 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| CHE 0106-323 Physical Chem. I Lab BS Biochemistry Requirement |
2 credits |
| CHE 0106-472 Biochemistry II BS Biochemistry Requirement |
3 credits |
| BIO 0105-224 Research Project Lab BS Biochemistry/General Education Requirement |
2 credits |
| BIO 0105-222 Genetics BS Biochemistry Requirement |
3 credits |
| PHY 0156-114 Physics for Science Majors II BS Biochemistry Requirement |
4 credits |
| CHE 0106-498 Guided Research BS Biochemistry Requirement |
1-3 credits |
| CHE 0106-394 Research Seminars in Chem. BS Biochemistry Requirement |
0.5 credits |
| 15.5-17.5 credits |
Fourth Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Biochemistry Electives Select 1 course BS Biochemistry Requirement |
3 credits |
| CHE 0106-493 Research Seminars in Chemistry BS Biochemistry Requirement |
1 credit |
| CHE 0106-498 Guided Research BS Biochemistry Requirement |
1-3 credits |
| Communication Elective Select 1 course General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Arts Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Communication Elective Select 1 course: Written General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 14-16 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Biochemistry Electives Select 1 course BS Biochemistry Requirement |
3 credits |
| CHE 0106-494 Research Seminars in Chemistry BS Biochemistry Requirement |
1 credit |
| CHE 0106-498/499 Guided Research/Research Thesis BS Biochemistry Requirement |
1-3 credits |
| Social Sciences Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Arts Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Education | 2 credits |
| 14-16 credits |
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