Discover Where an Elon Degree in Biochemistry Will Take You

A professor and student in a laser lab shown in green light. Explore a degree in biochemistry at Elon University.Biochemistry is the study of the processes that occur at the molecular level in living organisms.

A degree in biochemistry from Elon provides an in-depth, interdisciplinary foundation in chemistry and biology that is critical to understanding these processes. Our graduates are prepared for medical or dental school, graduate studies in biochemistry, pharmaceutical chemistry or molecular biology, and careers in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industries.

Administered by the Department of Chemistry, Elon’s degree in biochemistry is offered in a three-tiered structure.

  • Foundational courses are taken in biology, chemistry, mathematics and physics.
  • Intermediate courses in biochemistry, genetics and organic chemistry provide in-depth knowledge.
  • Advanced electives in biochemistry, biology and chemistry allow students flexibility in tailoring a curriculum to fit their post-baccalaureate goals across an array of professional opportunities and post-graduate studies.

Earning a degree in biochemistry at Elon culminates in a capstone experience focusing on an advanced topic in biochemistry. Students couple this with the creation of a scientific research proposal.

Biochemistry majors at Elon have access to state-of-the-art technology and put their knowledge into practice through internships and/or undergraduate research. Biochemical research opportunities may be offered by faculty in the Department of Biology, the Department of Chemistry or the Department of Physics.

We encourage and support our undergraduate researchers in presenting their biochemistry research results at local, regional and national scientific meetings.

To learn more about Elon’s biochemistry program and a degree in biochemistry, contact Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Chemistry Joel Karty.