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Biochemistry at St. Mary’s University
The Biochemistry program at St. Mary’s University introduces students to the chemistry of living organisms.
It provides excellent preparation for medical, dental, veterinary and allied health schools, as well as for students who choose to pursue graduate degrees in biochemistry, molecular biology or pharmacy, or careers in biochemistry and biotechnology.
The Biochemistry program allows students to pursue a broad liberal arts program, while still retaining a strong science foundation.
The Biochemistry program stresses not only the fundamentals of chemistry but the development of the intellectual skills necessary to apply those fundamentals in the field.
The laboratory program is based on guided inquiry and discovery modes, while the classroom emphasizes interactive learning.
Selected courses in the Biochemistry program include:
- Organic Chemistry I and II
- Biochemistry I and II
- Enzyme Chemistry
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry
- Medicinal Chemistry
- Special Topics in Biochemistry
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Students pursuing a degree in Biochemistry will be well prepared for numerous careers in the sciences including:
- Biochemical Research
- Medicine
- Dentistry
- Veterinary Medicine
- Pharmacy
- Science Teaching at all levels
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