Biochemistry Brochure 21-22

BIOCHEMISTRY
Program
stockton.edu/nams
Biochemistry Program | BCMB
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Stockton’s Biochemistry (BCMB) Program represents a rapidly growing discipline that

bridges the chemical and biological sciences. It focuses on how cells solve various
biological problems and the role of the chemical components. Knowledge of this field
was always necessary for those interested in medical science and it has become
increasingly important for those interested in the pharmaceutical and forensics fields.
The program offerings as well as the faculty expertise reflect the combined chemical
and biological basis for this field. Since it is such an experimental science, the program
emphasizes laboratory skills and use of instruments and equipment to prepare students
for employment or for study toward a variety of advanced degrees. In addition, an
articulation agreement with the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy at Rutgers University
allows students the opportunity to earn an advanced degree in pharmacy combined with
a baccalaureate degree from Stockton. The BCMB degree is accredited by the American
Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB).
Graduation Requirements:
In addition to the University’s general education requirements, students must meet the
graduation requirements for a B.S. in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology. The curriculum
includes introductory courses in biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics as well as
intermediate and advanced courses in biochemistry, biology and chemistry. The
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culmination is the senior project or internship. In some cases, this may require more than one
semester to complete and students are encouraged to begin planning early and allow ample time
for completion. All students will make an oral presentation of the senior project or internship at the
senior symposium which is held every semester. There are two requirements for graduation:
1. An overall grade point average of C or better is required for all core, cognate and elective
courses;
2. A grade of C or better is required for all core courses that are listed.
Career Opportunities:
Students who earn degrees in this field have a variety of options for employment or higher
education. They can pursue careers in the pharmaceutical, forensics, or biotechnology
industries. The degree also prepares students for certifications to be a high school
Biology or Chemistry teacher. Students with a degree in this field could also pursue
advanced study in medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, veterinary medicine or complete
graduate degrees in microbiology, cellular biology, biochemistry or molecular biology.
Special Opportunities:
For the Senior Research Project, students have the opportunity to carry out research on
campus in the laboratory of a faculty member. This might result in publication of work
as well as presentation at a conference. There are several sources of financial support
for students to attend conferences. For the Senior Internship, students may choose to
perform off-campus work in government, university or industrial laboratories. Examples
of these have research projects carried out by students through the National Science
Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates program.
In addition, Stockton’s Washington Internship program offers opportunities for placement

in institutions such as National Institutes of Health, National Science Foundation and
Walter Reed Army Medical Hospital. Academic credit will be granted for such experience,
provided it contributes significantly to the student’s intellectual development. An
outstanding opportunity is participation in Stockton’s International Education experience.
Stockton also has an articulation agreement with the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy at
Rutgers, the State University, so that students can complete courses in the BCMB major
for two or three years and then transfer to Rutgers. Students can be accepted into this
program directly from high school and earn a B.S. degree in BCMB from Stockton and a
Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Rutgers.
There is an Student Chapter of ASBMB that focuses on outreach activities in the local area
and provides funding for students to attend the national meeting.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Dr. Kelly Keenan
[email protected] | 609.652.4558
NEW JERSEY’S DISTINCTIVE PUBLIC UNIVERSITY
stockton.edu/nams
FOR INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROGRAM:
STOCKTON UNIVERSITY | Biochemistry Program

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at stockton.edu/nams. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information
contained in this publication, university policies and curricula may change.
Stockton is an AA/EO institution.

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BIOCHEMISTRY

Stockton’s Biochemistry (BCMB) Program represents a rapidly growing discipline that

In addition, Stockton’s Washington Internship program offers opportunities for placement

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

STOCKTON UNIVERSITY | Biochemistry Program

Stockton is an AA/EO institution.

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