Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Biochemistry] From Florida Gulf Coast University

?This is a B.S. level program which will prepare students for direct employment in biomedical, environmental, and defense areas; or, any fields that utilize B.S. level scientists and for entry into biochemistry graduate schools. The degree includes 32 hours of core courses in chemistry, biochemistry and sciences. The B.S. Biochemistry program will prepare students for direct employment in biomedical, environmental, and defense areas; or, any fields that utilize baccalaureate level scientists. Graduates will be prepared for employment at government laboratories, grant-funded university research facilities, industrial laboratories, and pharmaceutical laboratories, Graduates will also be prepared for entry into biochemistry master?s and doctoral programs including medical school. The biochemistry major provides a foundation for acceptance into professional programs and serves as a pre-professional track for pharmacy, dentistry, veterinary, environmental, marine sciences programs.

The B.S. in Biochemistry includes courses that integrate chemistry with the life sciences (biochemistry, physical chemistry for the life sciences, and a bio-inorganic or medicinal chemistry courses) which make this program unique in Florida.

The program is also suited for students who wish to teach chemistry at the high school level after graduation but who prefer to study chemistry and biology more in-depth than a traditional education major. Graduates would be qualified to teach chemistry, although additional certification requirements may be necessary. Information on teaching certification requirements can be obtained in the College of Education.