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Biochemistry, BS

Seattle University's Chemistry Department offers Chemistry and Biochemistry majors, to prepare students for careers including pharma, biotech, and medicine.

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About this Program

Make a Difference in a Range of Careers with a Biochemistry Major

At Seattle University’s Chemistry Department, you’ll learn to think, conduct experiments and write like a scientist. When you major in biochemistry, you’ll be joining a diverse community of students and faculty who are passionate about sharing and expanding what we know about the molecular details of life.

Innovative Faculty and Hands-On Classes

Our focus on undergraduate education means you get high-quality instruction in every course.

For example, Dr. Whidbey was awarded the College of Science & Engineering 2022 Outstanding Teacher Award in recognition of his teaching innovations in ‘Theory and Methods of DNA Analysis’. In this course, students use state-of-the-art Whole Genome Sequencing to study novel bacteria.

Thanks to our nationally recognized faculty, you’ll have the scientific skill and professional support to succeed in a career in the chemical sciences, medicine, forensics, environmental protection, biotechnology or public health.

Biochemistry Degree at a Glance

Learn this degree from the Department of Chemistry will contribute to your career goals. Then, explore course requirements and see how impactful a Seattle University degree can be.

The Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry degree can lead to rewarding careers in medicine, dentistry, chemistry, biochemistry, environmental chemistry, genetic counseling, bioengineering, chemical life sciences and others. This degree has the option for certification by the American Chemical Society (ACS).

As a biochemistry major, you'll unravel the molecular intricacies of life, studying the chemical processes within living organisms. From DNA to metabolism, your academic journey will delve into the core of biological systems, preparing you for a dynamic exploration of the fundamental building blocks that govern life at the molecular level.

Learning Goals

On successful completion of the biochemistry degree program, you will be able to:

  • Chemistry fundamentals. Master fundamental knowledge and principles from general, organic, inorganic, analytical, physical, and biochemistry.
  • Experimentation. Plan, safely conduct, troubleshoot, and document lab experiments that answer chemical questions.
  • Problem solving. Devise and implement approaches that effectively address complex problems.
  • Critical thinking. Analyze data, results, theories, explanations, and hypotheses by applying chemical knowledge and intuition.
  • Communication. Communicate effectively and persuasively with technical audiences in written and oral forms; develop strategies to understand the technical communications of others.
  • Collaboration. Build on individual strengths to work collectively towards a goal; articulate ideas clearly; play various roles that help the group progress.
  • Professional behavior. Demonstrate timeliness, earnestness, honesty, self-awareness, self-regulation, and ethical responsibility in communications and collaborations.
  • Reflection. Develop the habit of reconsidering ideas or experiences to gain new insights, to discover deeper meaning, or to improve over time.

American Chemical Society Certified

The Chemistry Department offers American Chemical Society (ACS) certified degrees in Chemistry and Biochemistry.

 

What You’ll Learn

Learn about the classes you’ll take as a student here.