Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

The Biochemistry and Molecular Biology course at University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)provides students with a deep dive into research that aligns with their interests and goals, under the direct mentorship of expert faculty.

Close collaborations with academic and government institutions brighten students’ prospects for meaningful experiential learning and career opportunities.

Key facts

At the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology course at University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) , students with interests in a wide range of biochemistry research areas, such as medicinal chemistry, structural chemistry, cellular chemistry, and more can take a deep dive into research that aligns with their interests and goals, under the direct mentorship of expert faculty. Close collaborations with academic and government institutions in the region brighten students’ prospects for meaningful experiential learning options and career opportunities.

Curriculum:

• During the initial year, each entering student will be required to take a research orientation rotation course.

• This course consists of six to eight weeks of laboratory work in each of three laboratories in at least two research areas. Each student is required to take a comprehensive course in biochemistry.

• All students receive a comprehensive and rigorous education in biochemistry by participating in formal courses representing principal areas of biochemistry and molecular biology.

• In addition to the general biochemistry rotation and laboratory research courses, each student will be required to register for advanced biochemistry courses until passing with a grade of “B” or better in one course in each of three of the following five subject areas: molecular biology, enzymology and bio-organic chemistry, physical biochemistry, metabolism and regulation, and biochemistry of structure and function.