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Overview for Biochemistry

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the chemistry of living systems, their fundamental chemical substances and reactions, and their chemical pathways and information transfer systems, with particular reference to carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids. Includes instruction in bio-organic chemistry, protein chemistry, bioanalytical chemistry, bioseparations, regulatory biochemistry, enzymology, hormonal chemistry, calorimetry, and research methods and equipment operation.

Careers for Biochemistry Majors

A major in Biochemistry is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in Biochemistry

Top 4 Alabama Colleges with the highest percentage of Biochemistry among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
Huntingdon College
Montgomery, AL
 5
(2.6%)
Moderately Selective$20,020 
Birmingham Southern College
Birmingham, AL
 5
(1.7%)
Moderately Selective$25,586 
Oakwood University
Huntsville, AL
 4
(1.6%)
Moderately Selective$13,174 
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Samford University
Birmingham, AL
 7
(1.2%)
Less Selective$19,410 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.