General Catalog 2025-2026

Minor in Biochemistry

The Minor in Biochemistry presents an interdisciplinary curriculum that aspires to develop in the student the fundamental skills for the application of the principles and theories of chemistry in industry, research laboratories and graduate schools. Prepares the student in the areas of applied chemistry with an emphasis on biochemistry. The minor concentration is aimed at students enrolled in the Bachelor programs in Biology, Forensic Sciences, Biomedical and Microbiology.

The Ponce Campus is authorized to offer this lower concentration.

Requirements for the Minor in Biochemistry - 22 credits

Courses for the Minor in Biochemistry

CHEM 2221Organic Chemistry I

4

CHEM 2222Organic Chemistry II

4

CHEM 3320Analytical Chemistry

4

CHEM 4220Biochemistry

4

CHEM 4221Biochemistry II

3

CHEM 4300Research Methods in Biochemistry

3