Biochemistry

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This interdisciplinary program provides students with a strong background in the basic principles of physical and life sciences. With courses in biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics and molecular biology, the biochemistry program provides strong preparation for professional or graduate school.

Fast Facts

An intercollegiate program

As one of two intercollegiate programs at WVU, students are members of both the Davis College and the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences.

Rooted in science

From biology to physics, you’ll gain a strong foundation in the basic principles of physical and life sciences.

Among the elite

Biochemistry students are regularly earn recognition as WVU Foundation Outstanding Seniors.

Careers

Medical doctor
Dentist
Research scientist
Professor
Veterinary doctor
Laboratory technician
Pharmaceutical sales

Course Schedule

Freshman Year

Suggested Plan of Study
Fall	Spring
WVUE 191 – First Year Seminar	CHEM 116 – Fundamentals of Chemistry
ENGL 101 – Intro to Composition and Rhetoric	BIOL 117 – Introductory Physiology
AGBI 199 – Orientation to Biochemistry	MATH 156 – Calculus 2
BIOL 115 – Principles of Biology	GEF 4
CHEM 115 – Fundamentals of Chemistry
MATH 155 - Calculus

For full suggested course schedule, class descriptions and more information on General Education Foundations (GEF) see the course catalog.