It consists of the foundational courses in general chemistry, organic chemistry, analytical chemistry and physical chemistry, to which introductory courses in freshman and sophomore biology, as well as undergraduate biochemistry courses, have been added. Students have the opportunity to study the chemistry of living systems, while obtaining solid chemistry training in biochemistry as well as analytical, organic and physical chemistry.The program requires four full years to complete and includes opportunities for students to explore biochemistry both through course work and undergraduate biochemistry research via courses such as CHEM 5030 and 5040L. If a student selects an academic internship during the undergraduate years, this will extend the time to five years.The UC McMicken College of Arts and Sciences' flexible degree requirements allow for and highly encourage students to pursue multiple areas of study. Free electives allow for enough credits for students to pursue a minor, certificate program or even complete a second major. Some of the most common pairings are listed below.
- Foreign languages
- Biological sciences
- Mathematical sciences
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