Biochemistry

Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Arts

Biochemistry – where biology and chemistry intersect – is the study of living things at the molecular level. This interdisciplinary field of science is exciting and versatile, with topics ranging from disease and DNA to forensic science and agriculture. Your experience as a biochemistry major at ACU will prepare you for a challenging and exciting career as a biochemist or will lay the foundation for medical school.

Biochemistry – where biology and chemistry intersect – is the study of living things at the molecular level. This interdisciplinary field of science is exciting and versatile, with topics ranging from disease and DNA to forensic science and agriculture. Your experience as a biochemistry major at ACU will prepare you for a challenging and exciting career as a biochemist or will lay the foundation for medical school.

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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.

B.S. / B.A. in Biochemistry

Degree Details

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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

Tracks

Biochemistry (BA )
ACS (BS)
Biomedical Science (BS)
Pre-Vet (BS)
Standard Track (BS)

Example Coursework

  • Organic Chemistry
  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Cell Biology

View the catalog for a complete listing of courses.

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

Biochemistry student

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry

With the B.S. program, you’ll be ready for a career as a biochemist or to enter graduate study or professional school. With four tracks to choose from, 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 – 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 track – This track will prepare you 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.

Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry

The B.A. program prepares you for entry into professional schools of medicine, dentistry, pharmacy or optometry, or into careers in biotechnology, as a physician assistant, or pharmaceuticals.

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

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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