Biochemistry, BA

Overview

Biochemistry is the study of the chemical processes that occur within and relate to living organisms. As a multidisciplinary field at the intersection of biology and chemistry, biochemistry explores the molecular mechanisms that underlie cellular function, genetic expression, and metabolic pathways.  The Biochemistry major provides students with a solid foundation in the biomedical sciences, the understanding of chemical principles, the application of experimental techniques, and the communication of scientific ideas. 

Students will develop critical thinking and analytical skills through coursework in biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics with hands-on laboratory experience and research opportunities. The program prepares graduates for careers in biomedical research, healthcare, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and for advanced study in graduate or professional schools.

Degree Requirements

To earn the Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry, students must complete a minimum of 128 credits including major requirements, Yeshiva College Core/General Education and Jewish Studies requirements, and elective courses as needed.

Major Requirements (53-55 credits)

Core Courses

BIO 1011	Principles of Biology I Lecture	3
BIO 1012	Principles of Biology II Lecture	3
BIO 1013	Principles of Biology I Lab	1
BIO 1014	Principles of Biology II Lab	1
CHE 1045	General Chemistry Lecture	3
CHE 1046	General Chemistry II Lecture	3
CHE 1047	General Chemistry II Lab	2
CHE 1215	Organic Chemistry I Lab	2
CHE 1213	Organic Chemistry I Lecture	3
CHE 1214	Organic Chemistry II Lecture	3
CHE 1415	Physical Chemistry I	3
	Or
CHE 1416	Physical Chemistry II	3
BIO 1376	Principles of Biochemistry	3
	Or
CHE 1376	Principles of Biochemistry	3
BIO 1377	Principles of Biochemistry Lab	2
	Or
CHE 1377	Principles of Biochemistry Lab	2
BIO 1378	Advanced Biochemistry	3
	Or
CHE 1378	Advanced Biochemistry	3
MAT 1412	Calculus I	4
BIO 1372	Bioinformatics	4
	Or
CHE 1372	Bioinformatics	4
	Or
CHE 1379	Chemistry of Metals in Biology	4

Complete one of the following sequences:

PHY 1031	Introductory Physics I Lecture	3
PHY 1032	Introductory Physics II Lecture	3
PHY 1033	Introductory Physics I Lab	1
PHY 1034	Introductory Physics II Lab	1
	Or
PHY 1051	General Physics I Lecture	3
PHY 1052	General Physics II Lecture	3
PHY 1053	General Physics I Lab	1
PHY 1054	General Physics II Lab	1

Electives

Complete one of the following courses:

BIO 3207	Cell Biology	4
BIO 3230	Immunology	2
BIO 3513	Genetics	4
BIO 3521	Molecular Biology	4