Overview
This degree provides exceptional preparation for a career in research or in the health professions, including coursework and lab work in all areas of chemistry, biology introductory sequence, seminar, and required research, with a focus on the chemistry of living systems. This degree is certified by the American Chemical Society.
Fast Facts
- Professionally certified by the American Chemical Society
- Exceptional facilities and state-of-the-art instrumentation
- Highly research-active faculty supervise a large undergraduate research program
- Graduates regularly gain entrance to top Ph.D. programs and medical school
What You'll Study
All chemistry disciplines, core biology concepts, physics, and calculus
Program Curriculum
Refer to the Courses of Study Bulletin for full program requirements. See a suggested roadmap for the Biochemistry bachelor of science degree.
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Courses of Study Bulletin
Candidates for a baccalaureate degree must fulfill the requirements for a major as listed in the courses of study bulletin. The courses of study bulletin is the official source of information regarding degree requirements, academic policies, and academic majors and minors at Trinity University.
Pathways Curriculum
Students must complete the Pathways Curriculum in order to receive a baccalaureate degree. The Pathways Curriculum has six curricular requirements, and three optional elements that provide the foundation in the liberal arts and sciences for all the bachelor’s degrees awarded by Trinity University. Through these requirements, students acquire the necessary skills and disciplinary perspectives to navigate complex questions at Trinity and in their post-graduate lives.
Cells and Cell Systems
Study fundamental concepts and methods for investigating processes at the interface between cells and multicellular systems.
Organic Chemistry
Study the structures, properties, and reactions of carbon-based compounds.
Genes, Phenotypes and Evolutionary Dynamics
A multiscale exploration of human-viral interactions from molecules to populations with mathematical model formulation and evaluation.
Physical Chemistry
Explore the fundamental principles of chemical thermodynamics and reaction kinetics.
Biochemistry
Learn about the structure and function of biological molecules, protein and nucleic acid structure and metabolism, and more.
Molecular Biology
Study structure/function relationships of nucleic acids and proteins and the experimental basis behind our knowledge of gene expression and regulation.
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For more information and a description of each class please visit the COSB website.
Faculty
Professors who want to do research with Trinity students
Faculty in the chemistry department conduct research in fundamental biochemistry and molecular biology as well as in chemical biology, bioorganic chemistry, bioinorganic chemistry, and biotechnology. REMOVE
Student Opportunities
Trinity’s highly active undergraduate chemistry state-of-the-art facilities and research programs prepare students through hands-on learning.
The McGavock Scholarship
The McNair Scholars Program
The Semmes Distinguished Scholars in Science Award
The honors program in chemistry or biochemistry requires three semesters of research and culminates in the writing and defense of an honors thesis and...
Trinity has one of the most active chemistry and biochemistry undergraduate research programs in the country.
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The chemistry department administers the biochemistry degree and is located in Trinity’s Center for the Sciences and Innovation, which boasts 280,000...
These service organizations promote scientific literacy, public outreach, career and professional development, inclusion and diversity, and faculty...
The chemistry department awards students for outstanding performance in general chemistry, organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, analytical...
The department maintains a regular chemistry seminar program that hosts a range of scientists who spend the day on campus visiting with students and...
When You Graduate
Competitive for PhD programs, health professions, and other scientific careers
The biochemistry major is designed to prepare students to become professional biochemists. Our rigorous curriculum, approved by the American Chemical Society, prepares graduates for the biochemistry profession and for advanced study leading to a PhD.
Careers
Whether they attend a PhD program, enroll in medical, dental, or veterinary school, or join the workforce, graduates leave Trinity with a thorough foundation in chemistry and biochemistry and extensive, relevant experience.
Graduate Schools or Programs:
- Duke University
- Johns Hopkins University
- Northwestern University
- University of California at Berkeley
- University of Chicago
- University of Texas at Austin
- Yale University
Career Areas:
- Biotechnology
- Education
- Medicine
- Research and development
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