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B.S. in Biochemistry
Degree Details
Learn more about this degree plan in the course catalog at the button below.
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Tracks & Related Degrees
Standard Track (BS)
American Chemical Society (BS)
Biomedical Science (BS)
Pre-Veterinary (BS)
Enquire about these related degrees:
- Health Professions (fast-track) Cooperative – Biochemistry
- Chemistry (BS)*
*High School Teacher certification available
Required Hours
University Hour: 56
Major Hours: 29-33 (Choice of 4 tracks)
Electives: 6-10
Total Required: 128 credit hours*
*Based on track selection
Example Coursework
- Organic Chemistry
- Analytical Chemistry
- Cell Biology
View the catalog for a complete listing of courses.
Minor Available
No
While ACU does not offer a minor in this study, explore all of the available minors at the button below. We encourage you to contact the department, for further assistance on finding a minor that will fit well with this degree.
Department
Career Options
Consider the wide range of exciting careers available with a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry.
- Biochemist
- Forensic scientist
- Clinical research associate
- Laboratory technician
- Toxicologist
See more below!
Curriculum
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
The ACU Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry integrates a Christian worldview with strong academic instruction and experience, educating students for Christian service and leadership throughout the world. With the B.S. program, you’ll be ready for a career as a biochemist or to enter graduate study or professional school. With tracks and related degrees from which to choose, you can shape your own future:
- American Chemical Society (ACS) – This track, approved by the American Chemical Society, includes in-depth biochemistry courses and additional courses in inorganic chemistry, analytical chemistry and calculus.
- Biomedical Sciences (BS) – This track includes more flexibility in upper-level biology and chemistry courses for those preparing to enter professional schools of medicine, dentistry, physician assistant, pharmacy or optometry, or those who want enter graduate school in biochemistry or molecular biology, or who wish to enter the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industries.
- Pre-Veterinary (BS) – This track will prepare you specifically for acceptance into veterinary school.
In addition, the health professions fast-track cooperative degree offers students the chance to enter professional school after only three years at ACU.
Student Opportunities
Chemistry and biochemistry students have extensive opportunities to participate in research, internships and student activities, including:
- Research, on campus or off
- Summer internships
- ACU Chemistry Club
- Field trips to labs, power plants and conferences
Careers
You’ll be prepared for a wide array of career opportunities in an academic or industrial setting, including:
- Biochemist
- Forensic scientist
- Clinical research associate
- Laboratory technician
- Toxicologist
- Analytical chemist
- Biomedical chemist
- Pharmaceutical consultant
- Doctor
- Pharmacist