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About this Program
The biochemistry major is a broadly based program built upon a foundation of chemistry and biology that is strengthened by the study of physics and mathematics.
Program Overview
Central to this coursework is experience with modern instrumentation and techniques. The emphasis is on hands-on research, working in close collaboration with faculty in their labs.
This major, combined with Hood’s Core Curriculum, provides you with the educational background that will allow you to pursue post-baccalaureate studies in chemistry, biology, biochemistry or the health professions.
It will also prepare you for employment in a wide variety of careers ranging from biotechnology to biomedical sciences. Most students take advantage of research and internship opportunities available on campus or at many biomedical and biotechnology laboratories in the Frederick-Baltimore-Washington, D.C., area.
For more information see the Course Catalog.
Program Contact
Professor of Physics, Department Chair
Phone
301-696-3680
Email
Degrees Offered
- BA
Department Offering
More than 300
of the top government agencies, research and biotechnology firms are located within a short drive of Hood.
Nearly 100%
of our graduates are working in their chosen career field or are pursuing advanced degrees.
100%
of labs at Hood are taught by faculty, not student assistants.
Kevin Bennett
- Professor of Chemistry
Susan M. Ensel
- Professor of Chemistry
Allen P. Flora
- Professor of Physics
- Department Chair of Chemistry & Physics
Dana Lawrence
- Associate Professor of Chemistry
Christopher J. Stromberg
- Professor of Chemistry