Overview
SUNY Oneonta’s Biochemistry program is designed for students interested in the chemical aspects of the life sciences. The major includes coursework in biochemistry as well as the four other primary disciplines in chemistry (inorganic, organic, analytical and physical). In addition, students get a strong background in biology, including cell and molecular biology.
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Prepare for Health Careers
Interested in life science research, doctoral programs in medicine, veterinary medicine and optometry, or professional programs in nursing, Physician Assistant or physical or occupational therapy? We offer a variety of degree partnership programs with health care professional schools, and students interested in careers in the health care industry receive specialized guidance through the Office of Health Careers.
Straight from Our Students
Career Opportunities
Our majors go on to graduate or medical/health-professions schools, land entry-level jobs as scientists in chemical industries, or pursue teaching careers. Alumni careers include:
Requirements
See the list of required courses and a sample plan of study for your next four years.
Hands-On Learning
Biochem majors get personal attention and many opportunities to learn by doing. Many students work on research projects with faculty and successfully apply each year for competitive campus grants to fund independent research supplies and travel to regional and national scientific meetings. Students also frequently obtain paid research internships during summer, on campus, at large universities or in the chemical industry
Student Research Spotlight
Biochemistry major Jessica Shaw is synthesizing antiviral Melicoptelines to test their biological activities against the Influenza A virus. Her research project is titled “Synthesis of Melicopteline Derivatives.”
Contact Admissions
108 Ravine Parkway
Oneonta, NY 13820
United States