Bachelor of Science in Chemistry - Biochemistry

The chemistry curriculum is designed for students seeking a liberal education as well as for those students requiring more specialized training and skills. The courses provide the foundation necessary for those planning careers as chemists and biochemists following graduation, for students planning to further their education through advanced degrees in chemistry, biochemistry, related sciences, and for those in other professional fields. Two basic curricula are offered for chemistry majors: The American Chemical Society certified degree program in Chemistry is available for those students seeking technical positions in chemistry, as well as for those planning to attend graduate school, or A Biochemistry Option track is available for students strongly interested in the interface of chemistry and biomedical or biological sciences, especially for students anticipating going to graduate school in medical sciences, biochemistry, biophysics, or other life sciences.

Academic records detailing course work completed in secondary schools with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 as calculated by the Office of International Admissions and Student Programs. Academic Records Details Academic records for all secondary and/or postsecondary attempts must be submitted Students must have the equivalent of a US 4 year bachelor degree to be eligible for review Unofficial or official copies will be accepted for admission Unofficial: Any applicant who submits unofficial documents for admission must submit official copies no later than the student's first semester check-in and orientation. Failure to do so may result in revocation of admissions and cancellation of the immigration document issued by the University. Official: Each record must bear the original stamp/seal and signature of a government or school official (e.g., registrar or dean). Notarized copies will not be accepted. All records must be mailed to the University of South Alabama's Office of International Admissions and Student Programs from each institution you have attended. Academic records should list the subjects studied by year; the number of weekly lecture and laboratory hours in each attempt at every subject; grades, marks, or percentages earned in year-end examinations; and copies of diplomas, titles, degrees, or certificates. Consolidated mark sheets are not accepted. Academic records not in English must be accompanied by a certified translation. If applicant is dual enrolled, college, university or professional institutions are required as well For transfer applicants with more than 30 transfer credit hours, only postsecondary records are required For transfer applicants with fewer than 30 transfer credit hours, both secondary and postsecondary records are required