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Biochemistry and Molecular Biology majors select at least one specialty option to complete their major requirements:

Advanced Molecular Biology Option

The Advanced Molecular Biology option is designed for students interested in pursuing graduate work in molecular life sciences or entering the workforce in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. It provides advanced training in genomics, epigenetics and other areas of current research in molecular biology, in addition to the core courses in the major. Students are strongly encouraged to participate in undergraduate research, and up to six research credits can be applied to the Upper-division Science Elective requirements. Faculty advisors work with students to help them identify electives, research opportunities, and professional internships that align with their interests.

Computational Molecular Biology Option

The Computational Molecular Biology option is designed for students interested in the interface of molecular biology, computer science, and statistics. It provides strong preparation for graduate school in computational biology as well as the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry workforce. This option couples the comprehensive core training in biochemistry and molecular biology with advanced course work in mathematics, statistics, computer science, and bioinformatics. Students are strongly encouraged to participate in undergraduate research, and up to six research credits can be applied to the Upper-division Science Elective requirements. Faculty advisors work with students to identify elective courses, undergraduate research opportunities, and professional internships that support their individual interests.

Pre-Medicine/Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Option

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology students interested in a career in medicine should choose this option. It may also be suitable for students interested in some other health professions and these students should first consult with their advisor. In addition to offering a rigorous foundation in biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology, chemistry, and genetics, the Pre-medicine option meets the requirements for most medical schools in the U.S. by providing students with training in psychology, ethics and social sciences. Students have a wide choice of medically relevant electives in areas such as physiology, microbiology, and immunology. Students are strongly encouraged to participate in undergraduate research. Faculty pre-med advisors guide students to integrate undergraduate research and other relevant professional opportunities into their undergraduate experience and to prepare themselves as strong candidates for admission to the professional schools of their interest.

Undergraduate Degrees Offered

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology majors select at least one specialty option to complete their major requirements:

Advanced Molecular Biology Option
Computational Molecular Biology Option
Pre-Medicine/Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Option

Degree Requirements

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3. Electives if need to complete 180 total college credits

Degree Guide and Plans

Using the following course forecast information students will plan ahead and work with their advisor to create and update academic plans.

Once you complete this program, discover all the learning outcomes you'll achieve.