Biochemistry
Science is an integral part of decision-making in today’s world, which is why a B.S. in Biochemistry from Georgian Court University is a solid start for a career in research or teaching or a health career such as medicine, dentistry, or pharmacy.
Biochemistry graduates from our university enjoy developing new products and policies for a wide variety of industries. Your opportunities abound for entering medical school or graduate work, teaching at the elementary or secondary school level, or pursuing scientific careers in the private and government sectors.
99%
Full-Time students receive some form of aid
11:1
Student to faculty ratio
$22.8M
Financial aid awarded annually by GCU
Over $23k
Average awarded annually per undergraduate student
Top 20%
Overall mobility index
To earn this degree, students must successfully complete at least 120 credits, including General Education requirements and the major requirements below.
Major Sequence
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| A minimum of 42 biochemistry credits, plus courses in related areas, including: | ||
| Biochemistry Courses | ||
| CH113 | General Chemistry I | 4.0 |
| CH114 | General Chemistry II | 4.0 |
| CH223 | Organic Chemistry I | 4.0 |
| CH224 | Organic Chemistry II | 4.0 |
| CH241 | Quant. Analysis | 4.0 |
| CH304 | Chemical Literature | 2.0 |
| CH311 | Biochemistry I | 4.0 |
| CH312 | Biochemistry II | 4.0 |
| CH331 | Quantum Chemistry | 4.0 |
| CH332 | Reaction Dynamics | 4.0 |
| CH416 | Topics in Chemistry/Biochemistry | 3.0 |
| CH420 | Chemistry/Biochemistry Seminar | 1.0 |
| Related Courses | ||
| BI121 | Cellular Organiz., Energetics & Function | 4.0 |
| BI204 | Genetics & Evolution | 4.0 |
| Select one of the following: | 4.0 | |
BI219 | Microbiology | |
BI320 | Cell Biology | |
BI422 | Advanced Molecular Genetics | |
| PH121 | University Physics I | 4.0 |
| PH122 | University Physics II | 4.0 |
| MA115 | Calculus I | 4.0 |
| MA116 | Calculus II | 4.0 |
| Strongly recommended additional courses: | ||
CH334 | Inorganic Chemistry | |
CH402 | Instrumental Analysis | |
| Total Credits | 70.0 | |
For more information on program requirements, consult the Undergraduate Catalog.
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