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Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry
Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry

Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry

  • ID:SLU10009
  • Level:4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Admission Requirements

Entry requirements

  • Complete an application for admission
  • Academic records, in English translation, of students who have undertaken postsecondary studies outside the United States must include the courses taken and/or lectures attended, practical laboratory work, the maximum and minimum grades attainable, the grades earned or the results of all end-of-term examinations, and any honors or degrees received. WES and ECE transcripts are accepted.

English requirements

  • Paper-based TOEFL (PBT) 550
  • Computer-based TOEFL (IBT) 80
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 6.5
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) 54
  • Evidence-Based reading and writing of the SAT 550
  • English portion of the ACT 21
  • Duolingo 125
  • TOEFL ITP Plus for China 627

Course Information

Saint Louis University's Bachelor of Arts in biochemistry is designed for students interested in the applications of chemistry to the life sciences. The program prepares students for professional schools such as medicine, dentistry, law and pharmacy, and provides excellent preparation for those interested in working in biochemistry, molecular biology or biotechnology.

SLU's chemistry department places great emphasis on participation in undergraduate research, and biochemistry majors have ample opportunities to involve themselves in research projects under the close mentorship of a full-time faculty member. Students will also be able to use a variety of specialized equipment and computers in instructional and research laboratories.

Other highlights include:

  • A rigorous program that makes graduates competitive for employment in STEM areas.
  • Opportunities for students to strengthen their scientific communication skills through research activities that pair an undergraduate student with a faculty researcher.
  • A unique mentoring program that lasts from freshman to senior year that provides guidance and support for students in reaching their professional goals.
  • Annual department-hosted social events and a chemistry club for interested students.

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Core Requirements

  • College core requirements
  • For additional information about core courses

Required Courses

  • BIOL 1240 & BIOL 1245 General Biology: Information Flow and Evolution and Principles of Biology I Laboratory
  • BIOL 1260 & BIOL 1265 General Biology: Transformations of Energy and Matter and Principles of Biology II Laboratory
  • BIOL 3030 Principles of Genetics
  • CHEM 1130 & CHEM 1115 General Chemistry 1 for Majors and General Chemistry 1 Laboratory
  • CHEM 1140 & CHEM 1125 General Chemistry 2 for Majors and General Chemistry 2 Laboratory
  • CHEM 2200 & CHEM 2205 Analytical Chemistry 1 and Analytical Chemistry 1 Laboratory
  • CHEM 2430 & CHEM 2435 Organic Chemistry 1 for Majors and Organic Chemistry 1 Lab for Majors
  • CHEM 2440 & CHEM 2445 Organic Chemistry 2 for Majors and Organic Chemistry 2 Laboratory for Majors
  • CHEM 3330 Physical Chemistry 1 (or CHEM 3000 or higher)
  • CHEM 3340 Physical Chemistry 2 (or CHEM 3000 or higher)
  • CHEM 4610 & CHEM 4615 Biochemistry 1 and Biochemistry 1 Laboratory
  • CHEM 4620 Biochemistry 2
  • MATH 1510 Calculus I
  • MATH 1520 Calculus II
  • PHYS 1610 & PHYS 1620 Engineering Physics I and Engineering Physics I Laboratory
  • PHYS 1630 & PHYS 1640 Engineering Physics II and Engineering Physics II Laboratory
  • CHEM 3000 or higher elective

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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

Career options in biochemistry include:

  • Teaching at the university, college or high school level
  • Chemical research and development in industry or government laboratories
  • Pharmaceutical research
  • Drug discovery and drug development
  • Biotechnology
  • Environmental research
  • Management and administration in the chemical industry
  • Chemical and pharmaceutical sales
  • Patent law and environmental law
  • Opportunities in the public health sector

Ability to settle

Overseas Student Health Cover

Health Insurance - USD $1999 per year

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