Biochemistry Minor

Program of Study
Degree Type
Minor

A biochemistry minor allows students to develop real depth of understanding in biochemistry. The minor can include laboratory work, or be entirely classroom based. As biochemistry is a science that utilizes fundamentals from both chemistry and biology, courses from both areas are included. Some knowledge of organic chemistry is required to fully understand biochemistry. 

Two units of study are required for the biochemistry minor as follows (note that in accordance with Institutional rules, one full unit, including the capstone, must be independent of distribution requirements for the major). Courses may count in only one area.

Majors in chemistry may not receive a biochemistry minor.

Program Distribution Requirements for the Biochemistry Minor

Organic Chemistry Requirement (Minimum 1/3 Unit)

Minimum Units
1/3

Biology Requirement (Minimum 1/3 Unit)

Minimum Units
1/3
Minimum Units
3/3

Capstone to be selected from the following courses (Minimum 1/3 Units)

Minimum Units
1/3