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Biophysical Chemistry B.S.
Biophysical Chemistry B.S.

Biophysical Chemistry B.S.

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

Entry Requirement

English Requirements

Proof of English language proficiency in ONE of the following ways:

  • Minimum standardized test score:

    • Note: Please specify the JMU CEEB code (005392) on the testing form. Test scores must be sent directly from the testing agency to JMU. Student copies will not be accepted.

    • IELTS minimum score of 6.5

    • GTEC CBT minimum score of 1210

    • Duolingo English Test minimum score of 105

    • Pearson PTE Academic minimum score of 58

    • TOEFL mimimum score of 81 (internet-based test)

    • SAT minimum score of 500 on the Evidenced Based Reading and Writing Portion of SAT exam

    • Cambridge English Exam - Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) minimum score of 176, CEFR level

  • Submission of a General Certificate of Secondary Education or General Certificate of Education "O" level in English language.

  • Possession of an American associate's or bachelor's degree equivalent from an accredited institution located in a country where English is the native language.

  • Graduation from an accredited high school in a native English-speaking country where the applicant has resided for at least four years.

Course Information

This rigorous major allows the exceptional student to focus on a solid foundation in chemistry with a study of biological systems, emphasizing hands-on learning, and leading to a career in biochemistry, chemistry, medicine, and interfaces with other areas such as materials science and engineering. Students take foundational lecture and laboratory courses in all sub-disciplines of chemistry: analytical, biochemistry, inorganic, organic, and physical: as well as biology, calculus and physics. The department also offers a major in chemistry and minors in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and Materials Science.

Refer to the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry website for more information on programs of study, courses, undergraduate research opportunities and careers.

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Recommended Schedule for Majors

First Year

  • CHEM 131. General Chemistry I [C3PP] 3.00

  • CHEM 132. General Chemistry II 3.00

  • CHEM 135L. Special General Chemistry Laboratory I 1.00

  • CHEM 136L. Special General Chemistry Laboratory II 2.00

  • or

  • CHEM 131L. General Chemistry Laboratory [C3PP] 1.00

  • CHEM 132L. General Chemistry Laboratory 1.00

  • BIO 140. Foundations of Biology I [C3NS] 4.00

  • MATH 235. Calculus I [C3QR] 4.00

  • MATH 236. Calculus II 4.00

  • General Education courses or electives 10 Credit Hours

Total: 30-31 Credit Hours

Second Year

  • CHEM 241. Organic Chemistry I 3.00

  • CHEM 242. Organic Chemistry II 3.00

  • CHEM 270. Inorganic Chemistry I 3.00

  • CHEM 287L. Integrated Inorganic/Organic Laboratory I 2.00

  • CHEM 288L. Integrated Inorganic/Organic Laboratory II 2.00

  • BIO 240. Genetics 4.00

  • MATH 237. Calculus III 4.00

  • PHYS 240. University Physics I [C3PP] 3.00

  • PHYS 250. University Physics II 3.00

  • PHYS 240L. University Physics Laboratory I [C3PP] 1.00

  • PHYS 250L. University Physics Laboratory II 1.00

  • General Education courses or electives 3 Credit Hours

Total: 32 Credit Hours

Third Year

  • CHEM 331. Physical Chemistry I 3.00

  • CHEM 336L. Applied Physical Chemistry Laboratory 2.00

  • CHEM 351. Analytical Chemistry 4.00

  • CHEM 361. Biochemistry I 3.00

  • MATH 238. Linear Algebra with Differential Equations 4.00

  • General Education courses or electives 14 Credit Hours

Total: 30 Credit Hours

Fourth Year:

  • CHEM 363. Biophysical Chemistry 3.00

  • CHEM 367L. Biochemistry Laboratory 2.00

  • CHEM 368L. Biophysical Chemistry Laboratory 2.00

  • CHEM 432. Physical Chemistry II 3.00

  • BIO 480. Advanced Molecular Biology 4.00

  • General Education courses or electives 12 Credit Hours

Total: 26 Credit Hours

 

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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

Many graduates choose typical career paths associated with this major. However, some graduates choose nontraditional career fields that utilize skills and experiences developed during their years in college. Keep in mind, that some fields will require graduate study or further training. The listing below offers examples of possible career paths and is not meant to be comprehensive.

  • Analytical/Biophysical Chemist

  • Attorney

  • Bioanalytical Chemist

  • Biochemist-Protein Chemist

  • Biotechnologist

  • Cancer Researcher

  • Chemical Engineer

  • Crime Lab Analyst

  • Drug Developer/Researcher

  • Government Research Scientist

  • Pharmaceutical Researcher

  • Pharmacist

  • Physician

  • Research Associate

  • Staff Scientist

  • Science Writer

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Medical insurance: 1,398 $ USD per year

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