This is an interdisciplinary degree which draws from both chemistry and biology. Students completing this degree will be educated in contemporary biochemistry and molecular biology techniques which will prepare them for applications in medicine, industry and agriculture.  Courses taken cover DNA structure, genetics, biological pathways, microbiology, plant and/or animal physiology, organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry and physical chemistry.

Specific Requirements

Students must take 12 semester hours of Biology courses from:
BIOL 333 or 334 (Microbiology-not already taken as an Honours Requirement)
BIOL 315, 340, 343, 345, 346, 350, 423, 438, 474

The following ancillary courses are also required:
CHEM 230, 240; 321, 322; 357, 358.