Biochemistry, BA
- Program Delivery
- On Campus, Online, Hybrid
- Total Credits
- 120 Credits
About the Program
The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Biochemistry with the general option is designed for students who wish to major in biochemistry but require fewer credit hours in biochemistry than the BS in Biochemistry.
Focus of Study
The BA program is for those students who may be interested in a more general degree or for pre-professional students who will elect significant coursework from another department. BA students may go on to graduate school in the biochemical sciences by taking additional courses in biochemistry or related disciplines.
Specialization Track Options
- General Studies
- Pre-health/Interdisciplinary Sciences
- Secondary Education
* Note that the requirements listed below are for the General option only. Please follow the above links for specialization track requirements.
Program Requirements
The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Biochemistry requires the following:
- A minimum of 52 credit hours of CHEM coursework. At least 16 of those hours must be upper division (courses numbered 3000 or higher).
- 17 additional hours of auxiliary coursework.
- A grade of C or better in all CHEM and auxiliary coursework.
- A minimum 2.0 GPA must be maintained in all CHEM coursework.
- No more than 60 credit hours of CHEM course work may apply to the bachelor’s degree.
- Additional coursework is required to complete the Biochemistry, BA degree. Please see the advising guide on the Academic Advising website for more information.
Admissions Details
To learn more about admission requirements and the application process, please visit the UCCS Admissions page.
Additional Resources for Admissions
Coursework
For additional details regarding the program coursework, please visit the Academic Catalog .