Acquire a broad knowledge of life science through a combination of biology, chemistry and genetic coursework. Combine these tools to fight human disease, increase production and quality of food & protect the environment. This degree will prepare you for a variety of careers in industries including:
- Medicine. Develop a skillset that’s beneficial for attending medical school and preparing for the intellectual demands of the medical profession.
- Biotechnology. Work as a biochemist in a wide range of specialties for some of the nation’s largest and most respected biotechnology companies.
- Agriculture. Work as a biochemist for agricultural companies.
- Government. Work for state and federal agencies as a biochemist.
Program Details
- Find full program details, requirements and courses
- Map out your classes: Four‑year course plan semester by semester
- Meet with your advisor
Biochemistry Honors
Students interested in graduating with departmental honors can sign up for the Biochemistry Honors Program. To be accepted, you must have earned 30 hours of credit and must have at least a 3.3 MU cumulative GPA. Transfer students must have completed at least 15 hours of credit through MU. You must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher. If your GPA falls below 3.3, you will have two semesters to raise the GPA to a 3.3. You must apply at least one semester prior to completing your degree. Students in the Biochemistry Honors Program may only submit their thesis during the final semester of their degree.
All students admitted to the Honors Program are required to complete an Honors Thesis to earn the privilege of graduating with departmental honors. This requires both a written thesis and an oral presentation of the thesis; it should be planned and approved by your Honors Advisory Committee, which consists of your faculty mentor and two additional faculty. At least two members of your committee must be MU Biochemistry faculty members. For more information, contact the Senior Academic Advisor for Biochemistry.
