The Department of Biochemistry, Chemistry, and Geology is designed to meet the learning and career needs of our students. Geologists are at the forefront of pressing environmental and resource issues. Chemists investigate the properties of substances and have profound effects on our everyday lives. Biochemists study the chemical principles of living systems and of biological processes.
Undergraduate | College of Science, Engineering, and Technology | Biochemistry
Biochemistry is a discipline encompassing both biology and chemistry focusing on the study of the molecular aspects of living organisms. The tools and concepts of biochemistry are a foundation for careers in many areas of medicine and research.
Undergraduate | College of Science, Engineering, and Technology | Chemistry
Students graduating with a BS in chemistry have numerous career options available to them. Our alumni work as chemists in many small companies throughout the region as well as in Fortune 500 companies and municipality/government positions.
Undergraduate | College of Science, Engineering, and Technology | Science Teaching (K-12)
The State of Minnesota grants science teacher licensure for grades 5-8 general science, 9-12 Chemistry, 9-12 Earth Science, 9-12 Life Science, and 9-12 Physics.
Meet the Biochemistry, Chemistry, and Geology faculty and staff.
Scholarship opportunities in the Department of Biochemistry, Chemistry, and Geology.
The American Chemical Society (ACS) affiliated Chemistry Club, American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Pre-Pharmacy Club and Geology Club.