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Biochemistry, B.S.

Minimum Total Hours: 120

Total Liberal Arts Hours Required: 60

General Education Requirements: Per General Education list (see General Education Division). Exceptions: lab science requirement and mathematics proficiency are met through the major requirements.

Major Requirements: 65 hours as follows:

  • 21 hours in biology
  • 19 hours in chemistry
  • 11 hours in biochemistry
  • 15 hours in mathematics and physics

View the full course check sheet for detailed information about course requirements (pdf).

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