Bachelor of Biochemistry at The University of New Mexico

The University of New Mexico

United States of America, Albuquerque

University Rank:#751

International students can study the Biochemistry at The University of New Mexico at its main campus in Albuquerque, United States of America. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 21, 2027.

About Bachelor of Biochemistry

Biochemistry is an undergraduate major in the College of Arts & Sciences. The Bachelors

degree in Biochemistry meets or exceeds all of the curricular recommendations suggested

by both the American Chemical Society and the American Society of Biochemistry and

Molecular Biology. In addition, the program is consistent with current national

recommendations for education practices in the 21st century.

Curricular Overview

Although the major in Biochemistry is offered by the College of Arts and Sciences, the

Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is organizationally and physically part of

the School of Medicine just north of the main campus. Some courses are given on the main

campus, while more advanced courses and senior research are conducted in two modern,

excellently equipped building in the Medical School complex.

Disciplines

College of Arts and Sciences

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Biochemistry at The University of New Mexico

Entry Requirements

Students who are looking to complete and earn a degree at the Bachelors level. Typically for students who have only completed a Secondary (High School) program.

English Requirements

PTEMin 53
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Biochemistry

A program that focuses on the scientific study of the chemistry of living systems, their fundamental chemical substances and reactions, and their chemical pathways and information transfer systems, with particular reference to carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids. Includes instruction in bio-organic chemistry, protein chemistry, bioanalytical chemistry, bioseparations, regulatory biochemistry, enzymology, hormonal chemistry, calorimetry, and research methods and equipment operation.

Occupation	Median Salary	Salary Range
		$33k $140k $240k
Natural Sciences Managers	$144,440	$74k $140k $240k
Clinical Research Coordinators	$144,440	$74k $140k $240k
Water Resource Specialists	$144,440	$74k $140k $240k
Biochemists and Biophysicists	$103,810	$62k $100k $170k
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists	$99,930	$58k $100k $170k
Food Science Technicians	$47,860	$36k $48k $71k
Biological Technicians	$49,650	$33k $50k $79k
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary	$81,650	$50k $82k $170k

Career data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). These occupations are identified based on the CIP code for Biochemistry. (26.0202). The salary range depicts the 10th percentile, median, and 90th percentile salary values for each occupation.

Bright Outlook

Bright Outlook occupations are expected to grow rapidly in the next several years, will have large numbers of job openings, or are new and emerging occupations.

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Biochemistry at The University of New Mexico

Application Fee 25

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Bachelor of Biochemistry at The University of New Mexico

The University of New Mexico

United States of America, Albuquerque