Minor in Biochemistry

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Strengthen Your Science Foundation

The Biochemistry minor at Eastern Washington University gives you a strong, comprehensive foundation in the chemical processes within living organisms. Whether you’re preparing for medical school, graduate study, or a science-focused career, this minor gives you a competitive edge.

Ideal for students majoring in biology, chemistry, or health sciences, the program provides hands-on lab experience and coursework that deepen your understanding of life at the molecular level.

You’ll gain the theoretical knowledge and the practical skills that prepare you for the next steps in your academic or professional journey.

Curriculum

What You'll Learn

The following information comes from the official EWU catalog, which outlines all degree requirements and serves as the guide to earning a degree. Courses are designed to provide a well-rounded and versatile degree, covering a wide range of subject areas.

Biochemistry Minor

The Biochemistry Minor is recommended for students planning to go directly into professional fields of biochemistry, for students planning to attend graduate school in biochemistry, molecular biology or pharmacology, and for students planning to enter professional schools.

Required Courses
BIOL 310FUNDAMENTALS OF GENETICS5
CHEM 480BIOCHEMISTRY5
CHEM 481INTERMEDIARY METABOLISM5
CHEM 482INTEGRATED TOPICS IN BIOCHEMISTRY AND BIOPHYSICS3
CHEM 483BIOCHEMISTRY LABORATORY 12
CHEM 484BIOCHEMISTRY LABORATORY 22
Total Credits22

Students who earn a Biochemistry Minor from EWU should be able to:

  • demonstrate understanding of core concepts in chemistry;
  • use modern instrumentation and techniques to analyze chemicals;
  • demonstrate effective communication skills as related to the field of biochemistry;
  • demonstrate knowledge of safe practices in handling chemicals;
  • demonstrate skills in biochemistry problem solving in preparation for graduate studies or professional employment.