Molecular Biology

School/College: L & S


Field of Study

The study of life processes at the molecular level (in physical and chemical terms).

Possible Careers

Research scientist, including medical researcher, in government or industry laboratory; legal professional (e.g., patent lawyer or forensics investigator); high school teacher; university professor; physician; veterinarian; other health professionals; science reporter; genetics counselor.

Special Opportunities & Additional Information

  • Program faculty advisors are available to students who have declared the major, so early declaration is an advantage.
  • Majors are strongly encouraged to gain research experience, usually in the form of a senior thesis or other independent research project.

Selected Required Courses

Intro Biology:
Biology 151-152; or Biocore
Calculus:
Math 221
General Chemistry:
Chem 103-104, and 327 or 329; or Chem 109 and 327 or 329; or Chem 115-116
Organic Chemistry:
Chem 343, 344 and 345
Physics:
Physics 201-202; or Physics 207-208

Recommended Course Sequence for Freshman Year

Fall
Chem 103 or 109
Math 222 or Statistics
Spring
Chem 104
Math 221

Advisor

  • Students will be assigned a faculty advisor.

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