Degree Requirements
The MSU Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology offers two Bachelor of Science degrees:
1. The Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BMB) major combines the elements of a liberal education with thorough preparation in the underlying principles of biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics. This major is intended primarily for students who wish to pursue a career in which a sound knowledge of biochemistry is necessary, or for students who plan further studies at the graduate or professional level.
2. The Biochemistry and Molecular Biology/Biotechnology (BMB/BT) major is intended primarily for students who plan to pursue careers in industry, veterinary medicine, or related health sciences, or for students who plan advanced study in biotechnology and molecular biology.
Requirements for a Bachelor’s Degree
To ensure you receive a well-rounded education at MSU, BMB and BMB/BT majors must satisfy the requirements of three separate units:
1. University
2. College of Natural Science/Lyman Briggs College
3. Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BMB or BMB/BT major)
You must meet the graduation requirements of each unit. In addition, you will need to choose elective coursework to achieve the minimum number of 120 credits for a degree.
You can view all approved advanced selectives courses here.
Advanced selectives are courses related to biochemistry that allow you to tailor the curriculum to your interests/career goals. If you are a BMB major, you will need to take a minimum of 10 credits. If you are a BMB/Biotechnology major, you will need to take a minimum of 9 credits.
Students are ultimately responsible for keeping track of their academic progress and fulfilling degree requirements. You can view your progress and remaining requirements in Student Information Systems (student.msu.edu). Learn how to run a degree audit/check here.