Program Description
Learning to solve medicinal problems with molecular tools is the goal of this program. You will learn how medicines work and how to design them. This degree prepares you to enter scientific and health careers with your strong training in critical thinking and interdisciplinary, scientific problem-solving.
The science of biochemistry is about understanding the chemical processes of living organisms. Discoveries of new drugs, the recognition and control of pathogens, development of new catalysts for energy transformations, and the production of new materials and solutions to problems such as food production and environmental remediation depend upon a thorough grounding in this area.
The BS degree program in biochemistry with a concentration in medicinal chemistry features an emphasis on the application of chemistry to the design and function of medicines. This program is appropriate for further study of biochemistry or related sciences in graduate school as well as medical, dental or pharmacy school.