Biochemistry, BA - Pre-med Option
Biochemistry, BA - Pre-med Option
Biochemistry, BA
Pre-med Option
Course Delivery
On Campus, Online, Hybrid
Total Credits
120 Credits
About the Program
Students who wish to work as biochemists or pursue graduate studies in biochemistry should consider one of the other program options, especially the BS in biochemistry.
Admission to medical school is a difficult and highly competitive process. Additionally, medical schools are looking for candidates who not only excel academically but who also demonstrate high-level interpersonal skills and have a good grasp of current issues in science and medicine.
Focus of Study
The BA in Biochemistry Pre-Med option has been designed specifically and carefully for students who are interested in a career in medicine. This option satisfies the latest course requirements of most medical schools, provides the breadth of classes needed to prepare students for the MCAT, and allows candidates to develop strengths in critical thinking and communication that lead to success.
Program Requirements
General Information
The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Biochemistry - Pre-med Option requires the following:
- A minimum of 49 credit hours of CHEM course work. At least 16 of those hours must be upper division (courses numbered 3000 or higher).
- 25 additional hours of auxiliary course work.
- A grade of C or better in all CHEM and auxiliary course work.
- A minimum 2.0 GPA must be maintained in all CHEM course work.
- No more than 60 credit hours of CHEM course work may apply to the bachelor’s degree.
- Additional course work is required to complete the Biochemistry, BA degree. Please see the advising guide on the Academic Advising website for more information.
Program Coursework
This option is also appropriate for students interested in other health-related careers. The B.A. in Biochemistry Pre-Med option requires a minimum of 49 credit hours in chemistry. No more than 54 hours in chemistry may be counted toward the credit hours required for graduation. The following courses or their equivalents are required.
Chemistry & Biochemistry Requirements |
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Auxiliary Requirements |
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LAS & Compass Requirements |
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Total Credit Hours: | 120 Credit Hours |
For details on program coursework, please visit the Academic Catalog.
Admission Details
To learn more about admission requirements and the application process, please visit the UCCS Admissions page.
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