2024-2025 Binghamton University Academic Guide
Biochemistry, BS
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The biochemistry program attempts to unite those aspects of biology and chemistry relevant to the subcellular study of life processes through an innovative and interdisciplinary curriculum. Flexibility in course requirements allows students to shape individual curricula within the framework of the overall program. Since biochemistry is primarily a laboratory science, the curriculum emphasizes modern laboratory techniques and encourages students to participate in independent biochemical laboratory research. The biochemistry major allows students to work with professors in biochemical research. Furthermore, each student receives individual guidance from members of the biochemistry committee to achieve their academic goals.
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University General Education Requirements
All Binghamton University undergraduate students are required to fulfill this set of university-wide requirements to ensure that every graduate acquires the essential core of a SUNY university undergraduate education. Please refer to the General Education page for more information.
Harpur College Requirements
All students in Harpur College must fulfill additional requirements designated by Harpur College to complement and extend the general education requirements. Please refer to the Harpur College of Arts and Sciences page for more information.
Major Requirements
It is important to declare a major in biochemistry as soon as possible and to plan carefully the sequence in which the courses should be taken. A suggested sequence is available on the biochemistry program website. Consent of the biochemistry program director is required for any substitutions or waivers of the requirements.
Course Requirements
Students must fulfill the following requirements for the Biochemistry major:
Additional Course Requirements
- 16 additional credits, eight of which must be upper level:
- Four credits in biology (300-400 level)
- Eight credits in chemistry, selected from the following: CHEM 221, 341, 421, 422, 431, 432, 434, 442, 443, 451, 452, 454, 455, 462, 482, 483, 484, 485 and 486
- Four credits in any department of the Division of Science and Mathematics
Additional Information About the Program
- Four credits of BCHM 497 may be used as science and mathematics divisional credits only.
- BIOL 304, 323, 341, 391, 451, 480, 490, 491, 494, 495, 496, 497, and 498, BCHM 491 and CHEM 311, 362, 391, 397, 496, 497, and 498 may not be used to fulfill the electives.
- Regardless of major, students may not earn credit for both BIOL 304 and BIOL/BCHM 403.
- Electives should be approved by the advisor.
- Biochemistry majors may not take BCHM 401, 403, 425, 426, and 480 (or BIOL 401, 403, 425, 426) or CHEM 361 on a Pass/Fail basis. They may, however, elect to take a total of not more than eight credits of their other courses and electives required for the major with the Pass/Fail grading options.
- The following courses are required for the biochemistry major: MATH 224 and PHYS 121. If students do not place into MATH 224, then MATH 223 and, if needed, MATH 108 are also required to complete the major. If students do not place into PHYS 121, then MATH 108 is also required to complete the major.
Residency Requirement: The following courses must be taken in residency at Binghamton University: BCHM 401, 403, 425, 426, 480, CHEM 361, four credits in BIOL courses numbered 300 level and above, eight credits in CHEM courses selected from the list of approved courses.
Restrictions on Double Majors: Biochemistry majors may not double major or minor in biological sciences, chemistry, or neuroscience.
For more information on the Biochemistry BS program, please refer to the Biochemistry and Chemical Biology website. To apply to the Biochemistry BS program, please visit the University Admissions website.
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