Biochemistry Degree

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Our degree in Biochemistry is certified by the American Chemical Society and the program is accredited by the American Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.

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Explore career resources for chemists and biochemists from the American Chemical Society.

Join a unique 10-week undergraduate intensive research program with opportunities in both Georgia and France.

For those students interested in incorporating biochemistry in their education but who ultimately wish to pursue a different major, the Minor in Biochemistry is an ideal option. The minor program requires 19 credit hours in chemistry and biochemistry courses, including organic chemistry, biotechnology, biocatalysis and biochemical research.

Our program is designed to introduce students to modern laboratory methods and principles using state-of-the-art scientific equipment. Undergraduate students are exposed to applied laboratory techniques, critical thinking, independent and team learning, and are provided with research opportunities.

The faculty is committed to providing an environment that addresses the individual needs of each student and encourages them to develop their potential.

The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry programs offer students a more quantitative experience in chemistry while the concentration in Biochemistry offers students a more significant foundation in the principles of biochemistry.

Program Learning Outcomes:

• Outcome 1: Theory and Knowledge
  
  Upon completion of the organic chemistry sequence, chemistry majors are able to recognize and apply the principles of atomic and molecular structure to predict chemical properties and chemical reactivity.
  
• Outcome 2: Laboratory Skills
  
  Upon completion of a degree, chemistry majors are able to employ critical thinking and scientific inquiry in the performance, design, interpretation and documentation of laboratory experiments at a level suitable to succeed at an entry-level position in the chemical industry or a chemistry graduate program.
  
• Outcome 3: Quantitative Skills
  
  Upon completion of a chemistry degree, chemistry majors are able to interpret and analyze quantitative data.
  
• Outcome 4: Instrumentation
  
  Upon completion of a B.S. in Chemistry degree, students are able to understand theoretical concepts of instruments that are commonly used in most chemistry fields as well as interpret and use data generated in instrumental chemical analyses.
  

Outcome 5: Biochemistry

Upon completion of a chemistry degree with a biochemistry concentration, students will recognize and apply key principles of biochemistry.