Feb 07, 2025
2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog
Trying to choose between bio and chem? Why not both? This major is for people who want to understand the chemistry behind biological processes, so you can do things like look for the causes of Alzheimer’s disease, develop more efficient crops and understand the impact of viruses like COVID-19. Whether you’re thinking about going to med school or dental school, or you want to start your career right after graduation, a biochemistry degree from UB will help set you apart.
Visit the Biochemistry academic program page for more information about the academic experience, who you will learn from, opportunities outside of class and what you can do with this degree.
Visit the Biochemistry department page for contact information, a brief overview of the department and the curricular options.
- Minimum major GPA of 3.000 required
Current UB students who are interested in applying to the Biochemistry BS in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences should submit the Program Application. Biochemistry Core (72-73 credits)
One Chemistry Elective (3 credits)
Upper Division Restricted Electives (15 credits)
Complete 15 credits of Upper Division Restricted Electives from the following list: Total Credits Required for Major: 90-91
Additional Degree Requirements Include:
- Additional coursework to fulfill UB Curriculum requirements
- Elective courses as needed to complete the 120 credit hour total
Total Credits Required for Graduation: 120
Total Credit Hours Required represents the minimum credits needed to complete this program, and may vary based on a number of circumstances. This should not be used for financial aid purposes. Academic Requirements
Minimum major GPA of 3.000 required. Students will be assigned a Biochemistry faculty member as their academic advisor. It is the student’s responsibility to meet each semester with the advisor to discuss required coursework, fulfillment of the research requirement and discussion of career goals. Program Honors
Students must prepare a research paper on their BCH 498 research project. The paper should be written in the format of a research article consisting of an Abstract (one page maximum); Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion (minimum 5 pages, double spaced); Data - Figures with Figure Legend and/or Tables; and a Reference Section with a minimum of 5 papers with authors, year, article title, journal, volume and inclusive page numbers. The honors paper is due no later than 3 days after the end of the examination period. Students must also meet the remaining criteria outlined in the Academic Honors policy. Students who successfully complete the honors program and meet the criteria will have the appropriate notation on their official transcript. Program Distinction
A student in this major is eligible for Program Distinction upon degree conferral if the criteria are met. Criteria are found under Academic Honors in the Policy and Procedure section of this Catalog. Program Distinction is noted on the official transcript. Curricular Plan
A Curricular Plan provides a roadmap for completing this academic program and the UB Curriculum on time. Your actual plan may vary depending on point of entry to the university, course placement and/or waivers based on standardized test scores, earned alternative credit and/or college transfer credit. Total Credits Required: 120
Note: Some classes may count toward both a major and UB Curriculum requirement. Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of all requirements, the student will have knowledge to: - Students will develop an understanding of the three main branches of biochemistry that include macromolecular structure and function, metabolism, and the replication and expression of genetic information.
- Students will gain experience and proficiency in reading, analyzing, writing summaries/critiques and discussing research articles from the scientific literature.
- Students will acquire an understanding of numerous laboratory techniques utilized in modern life science research.
- Students will develop an ability to critically evaluate experimental data through the use of the scientific literature, scientific presentations, online resources and laboratory research.
- Students will develop and implement the conceptual and technical skills necessary to formulate and test specific scientific hypotheses.
(HEGIS: 04.14 BIOCHEMISTRY, CIP: 26.0202 Biochemistry) |