Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

University of Minnesota Duluth's (UMD) Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry provides classroom and laboratory learning experiences with dedicated and caring instructors. Undergraduate majors are able to participate in research experiences in faculty research groups, addressing cutting edge questions in basic science as well as applied science on locally relevant topics.

• Active learning environment
• Access to state-of-the–art instrumentation
• Focus on undergraduate teaching and research

Acquired Skills

• Apply critical thinking and quantitative skills to solve biochemistry-related problems.
• Effectively communicate (orally and in written form)
• Apply experience with lab techniques and data analysis to responsibly design, safely perform and critically analyze the results of experiments which involve 1) the measurement of biochemical quantities, 2) the synthesis and purification of biochemical reaction products and 3) the simulation or modeling of biochemical systems.

Career Possibilities

Graduating biochemists have careers ranging from research, to teaching, to health care work, to policy making. They are employed in local and regional industries, including work at drug companies, biotechnology companies, environmental and medical testing companies, and food companies.