A strong background in both biology and chemistry as provided by a degree in biochemical science opens many doors to employment and graduate studies. All individuals pursuing careers in medicine must have a fundamental understanding and background in biochemistry. Opportunities for the biochemical sciences major abound in a variety of areas. The Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry will prepare the student for admission to graduate schools of biology and biochemistry; professional schools of health including cardiopulmonary science, medical technology, nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, etc.; as well as baccalaureate level positions in research, teaching, and sales. Specific areas of specialization include agriculture, biochemistry, cellular biology, genetic, food technology, forestry, industrial and residential pest management, microbiology, and molecular biology.
 

Biochemical Science is an interdisciplinary curriculum administered by the Departments of Biological Sciences and Chemistry and Physics to prepare graduates for vocations that utilize chemistry in biological systems. Students interested in graduate studies in biological sciences, chemistry, and related fields should judiciously select electives.
 

BIOCHEMICAL SCIENCE Total Hours: 128
FRESHMAN YEAR Biological Sciences 120, 120L, 222, 222L Chemistry 121, 121L, 124, 124L Communications 135 English 105, 115 Mathematics 221* Social Sciences3	Sem. Hrs. 8 8 3 6 4 3 32	Sophomore Year Biological Sciences 224, 224L, 363, 363L Chemistry 265, 265L, 266, 266L English 205, 206, 207, 215, or 216 English 200-level Mathematics 222, 260 Social Sciences3	Sem. Hrs. 8 8 3 3 7 3 32
Junior Year Biological Sciences 320, 320L, 330, 330L Chemistry 255, 255L, 259 Humanities (Dance, Drama, Fine Arts, Music)4 Physics 251, 251L, 252, 252L2 Science 300-400 electives1,2 Social Sciences3	Sem. Hrs. 8 5 3 8 6 3 33	Senior Year Biochemistry 410, 410L, 412, 412L Chemistry 366 History 105, 106, 145 or 146  Science 485 Science 300-400 electives1,2 Electives*,1,2	Sem. Hrs. 10 2 3 1 7 8 31

*MATH below 200 level not counted.
^{1Students interested in graduate studies in biological sciences should choose biological sciences electives.
2Students interested in graduate studies in biochemistry or chemistry should take CHEM 303, 303L, 304, 304L, 456, 456L; MATH 223, 330; PHYS 261, 261L, 262, 262L.
3The nine semester hours of Social Sciences must be taken from at least three of the following areas: Anthropology, Political Science, Economics, Psychology, Geography, and Sociology.} See "General Degree Requirements" LSU in Shreveport Catalog for restrictions
^{4See "General Degree Requirements" LSU in Shreveport Catalog for restrictions}