The Biochemistry Major - Challenge Your Mind

Biochemistry is a major for students who want to know how living systems operate and how they are regulated. It is an exciting field for research, health professionals and industry.

The Division of Biological Sciences sponsors two undergraduate majors: biochemistry (BCH) and biology (BIO). Both majors lead to the Bachelor of Science degree. The Division encourages students in both majors to explore the exceptional opportunities available throughout the campus for biological research. The Division also offers a minor in biology. Students may not declare a double major in biology and biochemistry.

The undergraduate program in biochemistry provides an introduction to the chemical basis of biological phenomena. The student is prepared for graduate study in biochemistry or other biological sciences, for professional study in the health sciences, or for employment in research or industry. The program is based on a core of courses in biology, chemistry and biochemistry, with pertinent courses in mathematics and physics.

Director of Undergraduate Studies
Dr. Harvard Lyman
hlyman@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
631-632-8534

Office: Life Sciences Building 472
Office hours: Tuesdays 2:00-3:30

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