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Biochemistry, Bachelor of Science (BS)

Biochemistry, Bachelor of Science (BS)

Program Description

The BS biochemistry degree is designed for students who are interested in the study of the biochemical pathways in the body, enzyme activity, metabolism, and laboratory techniques such as cloning and PCR. Students have the opportunity to engage in undergraduate research in biochemistry and biochemistry-related research.

Likely Career Paths

Research Scientist, Pharmaceutical/Health Sciences Researcher, Environmental Cleanup, Medical Professional (Doctor, Dentist, Pharmacist, Optometrist), Industrial Hygienist. Past alumni work for a variety of employers including Seattle Genetics, University of Washington, Pace International, Haas, Department of Ecology, Department of Health, and Pacific Northwest National Labs.

Key Considerations

Cost: University-wide costs (Visit CWU Financial Aid for more information)

Location: Ellensburg

Primary contact: Chemistry@cwu.edu | 509-963-2811 | CWU Chemistry

Course Planning

1st and 2nd Year Courses or Areas of Study

CWU Course #	CWU Course Name	Transfer Course #
MATH 153	Precalculus I	MATH& 141
MATH 154	Precalculus II	MATH& 142
MATH 172	Calculus I	MATH& 151
MATH 173	Calculus II	MATH& 152
CHEM 181 + CHEM 181 Lab	General Chemistry I	CHEM& 161
CHEM 182 + CHEM 182 Lab	General Chemistry II	CHEM& 162
CHEM 183 + CHEM 183 lab	General Chemistry III	CHEM& 163

The Transfer Equivalency Site (TES) provides CWU equivalencies for courses at other colleges and universities.

Advising Notes

It is recommended students pursue and earn an AA-DTA.
Any Washington state DTA (Direct Transfer Agreement) degree will satisfy all general education requirements.
Students transferring with an AS-T (Associate in Science-Transfer) will need to take additional coursework to fulfill CWU general education requirements.
Students must have earned a grade of C- or higher in all prerequisites to be admitted to a course. To graduate, all chemistry majors are required to achieve at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA and a 2.25 GPA in courses required for the major.
Major requirements may change over time; students will be expected to meet the catalog requirements in place at the time they are admitted to the major.

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