Bachelor of Science with Biochemistry Concentration
The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry offers three American Chemical Society (ACS) certified degrees. Perhaps the most versatile degree is the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree in Chemistry with Biochemistry Concentration. This degree is also the second-most popular degree in the department.
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DahlonegaBiochemistry Curriculum
The biochemistry curriculum is centered on the five traditional chemistry sub-disciplines:
- analytical chemistry
- organic chemistry
- physical chemistry
- inorganic chemistry
- biochemistry
Students also select from electives in advanced biochemistry and biology to complete their biochemistry coursework. Finally, many students gain further lab experience by conducting undergraduate research.
Course Planning Guide
| Hours | Course | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | ENGL 1101 | A |
| 3 | CHEM 1211 | F |
| 1 | CHEM 1211L | F |
| 3/4 | MATH 1113 or 1450 | A |
| 3 | Social Science | E |
| 3 | Area B Global Course | B |
| Hours | Course | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | ENGL 1102 | A |
| 3 | CHEM 1212 | F |
| 1 | CHEM 1212L | F |
| 4 | MATH 1450 or 2460 | D |
| 3 | Fine Arts COMM 1110 | C |
| Hours | Course | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | CHEM 3441 | Major |
| 1 | CHEM 3441L | Major |
| 4/3 | MATH 2460 or 2400 | D/Major/Add. Req. |
| 4 | FOR LANG 1002 | B |
| 4 | BIOL 1107K | D |
| Hours | Course | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | CHEM 3442 | Major |
| 1 | CHEM 3442L | Major |
| 3 | CHEM 2734 | Major |
| 2 | CHEM 2734L | F |
| 4 | BIOL 1108K | D |
| 3 | Area C Lit. Course | C |
| Hours | Course | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | CHEM 4841K | Major |
| 4 | CHEM 4744K | Major |
| 3 | PHYS 2211 | F |
| 1 | PHYS 2211L | F |
| 3 | US/GA History/Govt. | E |
| Hours | Course | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 3/4 | CHEM 4824 or 4842K | Con. |
| 1 | CHEM 3911 | Major |
| 3 | PHYS 2212 | F |
| 1 | PHYS 2212L | F |
| 3 | Behavioral Science | E |
| 4 | BIOL 3220K | Con. |
| Hours | Course | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | CHEM 3541 | Major |
| 1 | CHEM 3541L | Major |
| 3 | CHEM 4244 | Major |
| 3-4 | BIOL 3XXX/4XXX | Con. |
| 3-5 | Electives (any level) | None |
| 0-2 | CHEM 4X00L | Con./electives |
| Hours | Course | Area |
|---|---|---|
| 3/4 | CHEM 4824 or 4842K | Con. |
| 3-4 | BIOL 3XXX/4XXX | Con. |
| 1 | CHEM 4244L | Major |
| 1 | CHEM 4912 | Major |
| 3-5 | Electives (any level) | None |
| 0-2 | CHEM 4X00L | Con./electives |
Notes
- It should be emphasized that this is a typical program of study leading to the BS in Biochemistry. A student could satisfy all requirements for the degree in four years by taking the courses indicated.
- Students may choose courses other than those indicated to satisfy Areas A-F of the Core and the upper-level requirements in the major.
- It would be possible to take the courses in a different order but attention should be paid to the prerequisites or corequisites associated with many courses.
- Elective (upper level) indicates any 3000-4000 number course; Elective (any level) indicates any 1000-4000 number course.
- University of North Georgia students are required to complete ENGL 1101 and 1102 in their first 30 attempted hours.
What can you do with a career in chemistry?
The B.S. Degree in Chemistry with a Biochemistry Concentration is a versatile degree that opens many doors. Students graduating from UNG with a B.S. in Chemistry with Biochemistry Concentration go on to pursue careers in chemical industry; work for local, state, or federal agencies; or pursue advanced degrees from professional or graduate schools. This degree is especially well-suited for students wanting to attend medical school, pharmacy school, veterinary medicine school, dental school, optometry school, or graduate school in biochemistry. In addition, the B.S. in Chemistry with Biochemistry Concentration is an excellent degree for those individuals wishing to enter the highly-competitive biotechnology field.