Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, B.S.
McCausland College of Arts and Sciences
Dive deeper into life science by combining biological science and chemistry in this program focused on practical laboratory skills and student research.
This rigorous program is a top choice for many pre-health students as well as those with an interest in how life functions at a molecular and cellular level. It will prepare you for a career in medical or health sciences as well as future graduate studies or research at the intersection of physical and life sciences.
Program Highlights
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Hands-on Research
Conduct research as early as your freshman year, making time to publish your findings.
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Advanced Laboratories
Gain skills with research methods using modern equipment in our state-of-the-art laboratories.
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Future Ready
Prepare for graduate or professional school, following more than 75% of USC biochemistry majors.
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Build Connections
Partnerships with leading companies give you access to internships, equipment and job opportunities.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Laboratory Research
Conducting experiments and analyzing data to gain new knowledge and insights in a scientific field
Scientific Writing
Communicating scientific research and findings in a clear, accurate and compelling manner
Presentation Skills
Preparing and delivering effective and engaging presentations to inform, persuade or inspire
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Communication
Exchanging information and ideas through speaking, writing or other means of expression
Teamwork
Working collaboratively with others to achieve a shared goal or objective
Critical Thinking
Analyzing and evaluating information to make informed decisions or judgments
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Learn how alumni use degrees with outcome data from Gamecock GradStats, a service of the University of South Carolina Career Center.
Potential Careers
- Medical/Pharmaceutical Researcher
- Patent Lawyer
- FDA Policy Maker/Researcher
- Agricultural Researcher
- Fermentation Scientist
- Cosmetics Developer
Job Titles of Alumni
- Research Assistant
- Research Associate
- Scientist
- Medical Assistant
- Analytical Chemist
- Laboratory Technician
Workplace Settings
- Medicine
- Biotechnology
- Law
- Cosmetics/Beauty
- Agriculture
Employers of Alumni
- Nephron Pharmaceuticals
- Thermo Fisher Scientific
- University of South Carolina
- Baxter International Inc.
- Greenville Health System
- Medical University of South Carolina
