Berkeley,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc in Chemical Biology in Berkeley United States | University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Berkeley
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Berkeley United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
45,096
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemical Biology prepares students for professional chemistry careers or roles in biological sciences, spanning biomedical, biotech, and pharmaceutical fields. This program provides a robust chemistry foundation, enabling students to grasp the chemical underpinnings of biological processes. Alongside core math, physics, and chemistry coursework mirroring the chemistry major, chemical biology students study general biology, cell biology, biochemistry, macromolecular synthesis, and bioinorganic chemistry. The curriculum emphasizes organic chemistry, quantitative thermodynamics, and kinetics to decode biological system mechanisms.
Career Opportunities:
Healthcare Fields
Scientific Research
Chemical Engineering
Environmental Policy
Drug Development
Crime Lab Analysis
University Teaching
Ecosystem Research
Biotech Innovation
Analytical Toxicology
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
To be considered for admission to UC Berkeley, international applicants must:
finish secondary school and
earn a certificate of completion, which allows admission to a university in their home country or country of graduation
The university requires further study, either completion of the two-year A-level program with a minimum of three academic exams, the IB diploma program, or another similar academic curriculum.
For (IBT) minimum score of 80 or better, Paper-based test (completed prior to Oct. 2017): Minimum score of 550 or better, Revised paper-delivered test (completed Oct. 2017 or later): Minimum score of 60 or better, (IELTS) Accepted with a 6.5 or better band score (academic modules)
Tuition
USD
45,096