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Major in Biochemistry

Become a chemist • Learn laboratory techniques • Impact your community

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Study the molecules of life.

As a biochemistry major, you will be heavily mentored by faculty and access state-of-the-art labs and virtual reality technology to help you conduct and publish your research. You’ll receive the lab, instrument and safety training you need to enter the workforce or attend professional or medical school.

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Graduate certified

Biochemistry students learn to use and are certified on industry-standard lab equipment throughout their education.

Be mentored

Biochemistry students are heavily mentored by faculty beginning their freshman semester.

Write a thesis

Under the guidance of faculty, biochemistry majors design and execute experiments and then write a thesis from their undergraduate research. JBU students have had their work published in major journals.

Discover how JBU will help you excel in the biochemistry field.

About biochemistry

At JBU, biochemistry students gain an understanding of the foundational levels of chemistry and get to explore how these principles apply to the field of biology.
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Not sure which degree to choose? 

Students interested in chemistry have several degree options based on future plans.

  • The B.S. in Biochemistry is an excellent option for students planning a professional health career and/or preparing for graduate work.
  • The B.A. in Chemistry is perfect for students who plan to enter the workforce immediately after completing the degree rather than attending a graduate or professional program.
  • The B.S. in Chemistry is the preferred option for students planning a professional health career in a field such as pharmacy or students preparing for graduate work.

Learn more about the chemistry major. 

What to expect as a biochemistry student at JBU

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Get hands-on lab experience

Biochemistry students receive extensive safety training of chemical handling and hazardous waste while working in a hands-on environment from their first semester.

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Publish research

Work with faculty on their research initiatives or conduct your own undergraduate research projects to ultimately publish findings in national scientific journals.

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Prepare for graduate school

Many biochemistry students choose to continue their study in a particular field of interest with an advanced degree.

Key biochemistry courses

Cell Biology

This course is designed for students majoring in Biology and Biochemistry, as well as students in other majors who intend to go to medical school. This course is an introduction to the study of living systems, beginning with the molecules of life, and progressing to the cellular level of organization. Students are exposed to topics including the nature of science, experimental design and inquiry, cell structure, energy processing, biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, and the integration of the Christian faith and science. 

General Chemistry I

This course is a systematic study of basic chemical principles and properties that govern matter and its changes. Topics include the basic structure of atoms and molecules, chemical and physical properties, balancing chemical equations, and bonds.

Calculus I

A study of the foundational principles of differential and integral calculus with a strong emphasis on applications to science and engineering. 

General Physics I

This course is a study of the principles of Newtonian Dynamics and Conservation Laws. Primarily for biochemistry, chemistry, mathematics, and engineering majors.

Meet our biochemistry professors

Angie Qian-Wang

Angie Qian Wang

Associate Professor of Biology
Timothy-Wakefield

Timothy Wakefield

Department Chair, Biology; Professor of Biology
Susan-Newton

Susan Newton

Department Chair, Chemistry and Physics; Professor of Chemistry

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