Biochemistry-Molecular Biology (BS) What is Biochemistry and a Biochem Degree?
Biochemistry and molecular biology encompass the understanding of life and processes at the cellular level. Applications range from medicine to agriculture to fitness. HCU faculty from Biology, Chemistry, Math and Physics departments teach and mentor in this major. Departmental honors are available in BCMB. The Biochemistry and Molecular Biology program is accredited by the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
What Does a Biochemist Do?
Biochemistry combines the scientific disciplines of biology and chemistry to study living organisms at the molecular biology level. Biochemistry scientists perform laboratory experiments to better understand health and disease in human, plant, and animal life. Biochemists employ chemical knowledge toward solving biological and environmental problems.
Biochemistry Careers and Opportunities
The College of Science and Engineering provides the interdisciplinary training necessary to prepare students for success in careers in the biological and biochemical sciences. The Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BCMB) major incorporates the training needed for students to compete for spaces in medical school, dental school and graduate programs in the biological and biochemical sciences, in addition to entry-level employment in biomedical research at academic institutions and in the biotechnology industry. Biochemistry major graduates find meaningful employment in biochemistry and molecular biology careers, including medical scientists, environmental chemists, chemical safety experts, forensic science technicians, or chemistry professors.
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Pre-Professional Programs
The College of Science and Engineering also offers (in addition to advising for HCU degree requirements) specialized advising for students planning to continue their education after obtaining a degree from HCU by attending medical, dental, optometry, pharmacy, physical therapy, physician assistant or an engineering school.
Biochemistry Degree Plan and Advising
Learn about HCU’s biochemistry and molecular biology degree requirements to decide if a biochem major is right for you. Biochemist education requirements include studies in microbiology, genetics, forensics, medicine, and plant sciences. Read more about HCU’s BS biochemistry degree in the biochemistry degree plan below.
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Major Requirements (PDF)
Do you have questions about biochemistry and molecular biology degree requirements? Reach us by email at COSE@HBU.edu.
