• BS in Biochemistry at the University of Arizona is offered as a 4-year program.
  • It is an on-campus program available on a full-time basis and offered at the University of Arizona's main campus in Tucson.
  • It is a 119-unit master's degree program offering a variety of electives.
  • The Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry uses chemistry as a tool to examine the molecular processes of life.
  • Biochemistry is at the core of life sciences, and biochemical knowledge provides the underpinning for a variety of disciplines, from medicine to agriculture to engineering.
  • In this program, students take coursework from award-winning faculty whose research and expertise include diverse specialties: protein structure and function, molecular genetics, medicinal biochemistry, optics, physics, and more.
  • Students hone communication and presentation skills; learn report writing, analytical thinking, and research methods; and develop proficiency in mathematics and information technology.
  • Students will critically analyze the results and data from biochemical experiments, including one's own original research.
  • Students will develop foundational knowledge of core biochemical concepts and principles.