2011-2012 Catalog 
    
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2011-2012 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Biochemistry, BA


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The degree program is suitable for students wishing a major in biochemistry that requires fewer credit hours in chemistry, physics, and mathematics than the BS degree…

There are two biochemistry options within the BA: general and teacher education.  Recommended year-by-year curricula for each option follow.

Biochemistry BA, General Option–Four-Year Curriculum


The BA in Biochemistry with the general option is designed for students who wish to major in biochemistry, but is limited to fewer credit hours in chemistry, physics, and mathematics than the BS in biochemistry. Students may be interested in a more general degree or may be pre-professional students who will elect significant course work from another department. BA students may go on to graduate school in the biochemical sciences by taking additional courses in chemistry or related disciplines.

The BA in Biochemistry general option requires a minimum of 48 credit hours (38 upper division) in chemistry. No more than 54 hours in chemistry may be counted toward the 120 credit hours required for graduation. 

Total Hours (120)


Biochemistry BA, Teacher Education Option–Four-Year Curriculum


The BA in Biochemistry with the teacher education option is designed for students wishing to be high school chemistry teachers. This program has very specific requirements and no room for elective courses that will not count towards graduation. It is important to consult with advisors from the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry and the College of Education.

Students are required to take humanities and social science courses to complete area requirements in the College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences. Students in the teacher education program are required to fulfill the TEP courses. Please refer to the College of Education office for information on required education courses.

Total Hours (127-128)


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