Biochemistry

Biochemistry studies the chemical processes of living things and how biological molecules work. Biochemistry is relevant in the fields of mideince, nutrition, agriculture, biotechnology, and the environment. IU offers a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree and a Bachelor of Sciences (BS) degree in biochemistry.

The BA degree is designed for students planning to enter professions such as medicine, dentistry, and law, but also is great preparation for other careers such as business, scientific writing/journalism, and teaching. The BA allows for more flexibility to choose courses from disciplines across the sciences, social sciences, and the arts and humanties. It involves fewer courses in math, chemistry, and physics making room to more easily double major or add a minor in a different field.

The BA degree is designed to prepare students for graduate school or research in industry or government laboratories, as well as for professional school sin medicine, dentistry, law, etc. The BS involves more coursework in chemistry, math, physics, and biology for a broader foundatin of skills to prepare for research in biochemistry and related sciences.

If you are interested in a Biochemistry major, take IUB's Chemistry Placement Exam (CPE) online. The results of the CPE will determine your placement level for your initial IUB chemistry course. For details on the CPE, contact the Department of Chemistry at (812) 855-2700.

For detailed information about this major and degree requirements, visit the departmental website and the College of Arts and Sciences Academic Bulletin.