Learn More About Biochemistry

The Bachelor of Science with a major in Biochemistry is designed to prepare students for graduate school in biochemistry or for a variety of professional schools including medical, veterinary, and dental. This degree also provides training for BS level biochemist positions in industrial, academic, and government laboratories.

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry provides American Chemical Society (ACS) approved programs. Students completing a baccalaureate degree that meets the ACS Guidelines will receive an ACS-certified degree. See an academic advisor for more information on the requirements for ACS certification.

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College of Science and Mathematics

Admission Requirements

None. 

This program does not have specific admission requirements. Only admission to Kennesaw State University is required to declare this major.

Recommended IMPACTS Courses

  • Mathematics & Quantitative Skills
    • Students should take MATH 1113 or higher in Mathematics & Quantitative Skills and MATH 1179 or higher in Applied Math.
  • Technology, Mathematics, and Sciences
    • Students should take two four-hour laboratory sciences in Natural Sciences. Students may choose from CHEM 1211/1211L , CHEM 1212/1212L , PHYS 1111/1111L *, PHYS 1112/1112L , PHYS 2211/2211L *, PHYS 2212/2212L , BIOL 1107/1107L , or BIOL 1108/1108L.
      *Students cannot take both PHYS 1111/L and PHYS 2211/L nor PHYS 1112/L and PHYS 2212/L.

Double Owl Pathways

Not majoring in this? Consider these non-degree options!

Sample Classes