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Why Earn Your Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry at Sacred Heart?
With the BS in Biochemistry program at Sacred Heart, you will gain the scientific knowledge, laboratory, and critical-thinking skills you need for a future career or graduate study in the molecular life sciences, medicine, or health professions. Biochemistry majors emerge well qualified for research or laboratory positions in clinical, chemical or life science industries.
In the BS in Biochemistry program at Sacred Heart, you will:
Benefit from small class sizes and personalized instruction from accomplished faculty
Be able to present your research at the National American Chemical Society conference and network with over 10,000 chemistry professionals
Study at our Fairfield campus which is ideally located within 50 miles of several fast-growing biotechnology firms, including Pfizer, Bristol Myers Squibb, Alexion, Regeneron, and Protein Sciences Corporation
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Dual Degree Program Options for Biochemistry Majors
Sacred Heart University’s dual degree programs make it easy for first-year students to move from an undergraduate degree to a graduate degree.
Some programs need specific majors, but others are open to most fields of study. Apply as an incoming first-year student, and you can be accepted into both programs at once. Reach out to your admissions counselor to learn about your options.
Where Can You Go
with a Bachelor's in Biochemistry
Majoring in biochemistry paves the way for you to advance your career through combined programs and advanced degree pathways.
Gain the knowledge, tools and skills that translate to real-world results so you graduate equipped to contribute to the field on a local, national, and international level.
Sacred Heart University offers biochemistry majors the opportunity to complete a bachelor’s degree and Master of Arts in Teaching with initial teacher certification in secondary chemistry or general science within five years. Students must apply to the MAT during their sophomore year, and work closely with their advisor to ensure they are completing all prerequisite coursework during their undergraduate years.
Sacred Heart University’s Chemistry program paved the way for my future career. I made the right decision becoming a Chemistry-Biochemistry major during my sophomore year. The support I received during my time at SHU from my academic advisor to research advisor and professors is unmatched. During interviews, I always get asked about my research experience and this made me a competitive candidate for pharmacy school admission, jobs, and for a research position at UConn. Additionally, the research I started at SHU was completed by a graduate student and became published in the Journal of Chemical Education. The professors in the chemistry program are equally as supportive in all subjects. The class sizes are small, which helped me connect with my professors and gain a deep understanding of the material. The administration helped me register for the classes I needed in order to meet prerequisites for pharmacy school. My entire experience with the Chemistry Department was positive and fulfilled all of my academic needs.
