Overview

With a curriculum drawing from both disciplines as well as specific biochemistry courses, the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology program at University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) provides a broad background in the physical and life sciences. It is suitable for students planning careers in laboratory research or further training in graduate, medical, or other biomedical professional programs, such as medicine, dentistry, and medical technology.

Key Facts

An innovative, comprehensive overview of biology forms the basis for all of the degrees offered by the Department of Biological Sciences. Students choose their course of study according to their career objectives. The B.A. in Biological Sciences (BIOL B.A.) curriculum is designed for students who plan to pursue a medical or other health profession, or who wish to combine another area of study — such as business, art, environmental studies, or science writing — with a solid background in biology. The B.S. in Biological Sciences (BIOL B.S.) curriculum is most appropriate for students planning to pursue graduate study in biology or to work in a technical or laboratory research setting. Students wishing to combine biological knowledge with the fields of computer science and mathematics can pursue the B.S. in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (BINF). Finally, students whose career goal is teaching biology at the secondary education level can follow the program leading to a B.A. in Biology Education (BIOE). In addition to these degree programs, our department also participates in the B.S. program in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BIOC) with the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry.

Honors in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

The Department of Biological Sciences seeks to provide a unique research experience to students who have a passion for research. In addition to the essential elements of the degree, the program provides an opportunity for independent research in a diverse environment.

Students who maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.25 in select courses in their major can earn Departmental Honors by completing the following curriculum in addition to a Bachelor’s Degree.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Principles of Chemistry

Analytical Chemistry

Physical Chemistry I or Physical Chemistry for the Biochemical Sciences

Organic Chemistry

Organic Chemistry Laboratory
Molecular and General Genetics

Cell Biology

Experimental Biology Laboratory

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Baltimore Highlands, United States

Disciplines

Biology Biochemistry View 2424 other Bachelors in Biology in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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6.5

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General requirements

If you have or are currently earning your high school/secondary school diploma or equivalent but have not earned college credits at the university level AFTER earning your diploma, you should apply to UMBC as a first-year student.

We weigh a number of factors in making admission decisions. In addition to grade point average and standardized test scores, the strength of your curriculum, class rank, and other achievements as well as your essay will be considered. We expect applicants to have completed a strong college preparatory program of study from an accredited high school/secondary school.

If you have attended a postsecondary institution, such as a college or university, outside the United States, submit course by course credentials evaluated through one of the following evaluation services.

Documents in languages other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation.

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Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Tuition Fee

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International

32745 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 32745 USD per year during 48 months.
National

32745 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 32745 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

13689 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13689 USD per year during 48 months.

Funding

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Honors in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

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