A department in the College of Arts and Sciences, the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry focuses on training professional chemists and providing a base degree for advanced study in medicine, pharmacy and other professional schools. The department places an emphasis on undergraduate research and has outstanding faculty members.

The following courses fulfill some of the requirements for a bachelor's degree with a major in biochemistry and molecular biology:

  • General Chemistry I and II
  • Organic Chemistry I and II
  • Principal Chemistry
  • Physical Biochemistry
  • Biological Principles
  • Bacteriology
  • Cell and Molecular Biology
  • Fundamental Genetics