BS Biochemistry at University of Delaware

Programme overview

An interdisciplinary STEM bachelor's degree combining chemistry and biology to study living systems at the molecular level. Topics include metabolism, protein structure and function, biochemical genetics, and cell and molecular biology, with laboratory work as a core component.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry | Duration: 4 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Newark, DE, United States

What you will study

Sample curriculum runs from general chemistry (CHEM 111/112), introductory biology and calculus in year one, through organic chemistry and introductory biochemistry, to physical and analytical chemistry, biochemistry and lab, and a senior seminar capstone (CHEM 465) with optional undergraduate research.

Career pathways

Research scientist, drug discovery and biopharmaceutical development, medicine, pharmacy and health care, forensic analyst, toxicologist, quality control specialist, laboratory specialist, microbiologist or virologist, molecular or cell biologist, geneticist.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission is to the University of Delaware (and the major's college), not to the major itself. Applicants complete a high school diploma or equivalent; recommended preparation is 16 academic units: English 4, mathematics 3 (Algebra 1 or higher), science 3 (including 2 labs), history/social sciences 3, plus 3 academic electives. Standardized test scores are optional. Application uses the Common or Coalition application with an essay; up to two letters of recommendation are optional. Honors College applicants apply by the Nov. 1 early action deadline. Applies to the University; no separate programme-specific requirement is published on the major page.

Duration: 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.udel.edu/apply/undergraduate-admissions/apply-to-ud/

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