- Program Prerequisite: Students are eligible for admission to the Biochemistry (BS) Program upon completion of the requirements for the Chemical Technician (AAS) degree, the requirements of which are a subset of the Biochemistry (BS) requirements.
- Minor: Not required.
- Grade Requirements: Average GPA of 2.00 or better in courses within the major.
- Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 120 credit hours are required for graduation. A minimum of 56 credit hours of chemistry and chemistry related course work are required with a further 18 credits in required cognate courses outside of chemistry. A total of 40 upper division credit hours (in courses numbered 3000 and above) are required for all Biochemistry majors to fulfill University graduation requirements; 36 upper division credit hours are earned while completing the Biochemistry program requirements.
- Program Code: 6036BS
- CIPC: 260202
Advisement
All Biochemistry majors should meet with their assigned faculty advisor at least annually for course and program advisement. Initial advisement is with the Chemistry Department Chair. Call 801-626-6952 for information and to arrange an appointment.
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Admission Requirements
Declare your program of study (see Enrollment Services and Information ). Students are eligible for admission to the Biochemistry (BS) program upon completion of the requirements for the Chemical Technician (AAS) degree, the requirements of which are a subset of the in Biochemistry (BS) requirements.
General Education Requirements
Refer to Degree Requirements for Bachelor of Science requirements. The following courses required for the Biochemistry major also satisfy general education requirements for the physical sciences: CHEM 1210 and PHYS 2210 or PHYS 2010 .
Biochemistry-ACS Certified (BS)
Students applying for the Biochemistry Major will first complete the requirements for the Chemical Technician AAS. Courses for the AAS are included here for completeness.
