B.S. in Biochemistry
Biochemistry
The B.S. in Biochemistry major degree program combines aspects of both chemistry and biology into one program. The Biochemistry major prepare students to begin careers in research or industry or pursue graduate school in biochemistry, biotechnology, medicine, molecular biology, and other related fields.
Students take a wide range of courses, beginning with traditional introductory sciences and continuing with applied coursework in biochemistry, analytical chemistry, genetics and molecular biology.
Program Features
The program features many extracurricular opportunities to give students leadership/team experience and portfolio material.
- Students take part in a semester off-campus field experience that provides professional interaction and training in a student's chosen area of career focus within the biological sciences.
- Graduates of this program will be qualified to obtain an entry-level position as a chemist, biologist, engineer, forensic scientist or for entry into a graduate program.
- Lasell has partnered with St. George’s University in Grenada (SGU) to offer undergraduate students a direct pathway into medical school. Undergraduate students can apply to SGU’s pathway at any point during their undergraduate career (a provisional acceptance is provided until graduation).
What You'll Learn
From your first day, you’ll take courses in your major and advance towards graduation with a yearly plan. Not sure what classes to take? We’ll help you create the perfect plan.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes are consistent with the mission of Lasell University and reflect the standards of the American Chemical Society.
- Demonstrate a comprehensive level of knowledge in chemistry and biology.
- Comprehend and practice strong laboratory skills and an understanding of instrumentation commonly used in industry.
- Demonstrate techniques used to independently solve challenges in biology and chemistry research and the ability to apply qualitative and quantitative reasoning skills.
- Apply quantitative and qualitative research methods reasoning skills.
For a complete list of courses and learning outcomes, view the Academic Catalog >>
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Career Success in the Biochemistry Industry
Biochemistry major graduates pursue careers as a chemists, biologists, engineers, forensic scientists, or for entry into a graduate program.
Our students have interned with:
- Blueprint Medicines
- Batavia Biosciences
- Alpha Analytics
- The Water's Edge Farm
- Newton-Wellesley Hospital
- Brigham and Women's Hospital
- Mt. Auburn Hospital
Our alumni work as:
- Toxicology Lab Technician
- Genetics Lab Technician
- Histology Lab Technician
- Cytology Lab Technician
- Pathology Lab Technician
- Organ Operations Technician
- Quality Control Technician