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Bachelor of Science in Chemistry—TSAP

The Chemistry BS—TSAP program (60 credit hours at IU South Bend) is designed specifically for Ivy Tech graduates transferring to IU South Bend with an Associate of Science in Chemistry TSAP degree (60 transfer credits).

The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry degree is certified by the American Chemical Society. This ensures the depth and breadth of chemistry background that prepares students for graduate studies in materials science, polymer chemistry, environmental chemistry, analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, drug design, natural products, alternative energies, and a variety of other fields. Many graduates pursue additional studies in medicine, veterinary medicine, pharmacy, and others. Still other graduates obtain rewarding jobs in industry, including quality control, analytical chemistry, environmental testing, toxicology, food science, essential oils, diagnostic testing, adhesive development, forensic chemistry, and many other fields.

Students earning a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biochemistry can choose a Pre-Medical Science Track as part of their degree.

Academic Advising

Your academic advisor is a critical partner in fostering your success at IU South Bend and beyond. Your advisor will help you explore academic majors and careers, plan your degree, choose classes, learn about internships and study abroad, and much more. To see who is assigned as your advisor, visit your Student Online Advising Record in one.iu.edu. For more information about advising at IU South Bend, visit the website for the Undergraduate Advising Center.

Final responsibility for meeting degree requirements rests with the student.

Questions about advising? Email sbadvise@iu.edu or call (574) 520-4550.

Degree Requirements (120 cr.)

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Students receiving the Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry must complete 120 total credit hours including:

• Associate of Science in Chemistry from Ivy Tech (60 cr.)
• IU South Bend Campuswide General Education Requirements for Transfer Students with ICC:300–level Common Core course (3 cr.)

• Core Requirements (27 cr.)
• Biology (5 cr.)
• Mathematics (3 cr.)
• World Languages (0-9 cr.)
• Free Electives (balance of credits needed to equal 120 credit requirement)

• Minimum of 30 credit hours at the 300– or 400–level.
• Core Requirements must be completed with a grade of C– or higher.
• At least 30 credit hours must be taken in residence at IU South Bend, of which at least 12 credits must be in the major at the 300– or 400–level.
• A minimum CGPA of 2.0 is required.
• All courses are 3 credit hours, unless otherwise designated.

Core Requirements (27 cr.)

• CHEM-C 301 Chemistry Seminar 1 (1 cr.)
• CHEM-C 310 Analytical Chemistry (4 cr.)
• CHEM-C 335 Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory (1 cr.)
• CHEM-C 361 Physical Chemistry of Bulk Matter (4 cr.)
• CHEM-C 362 Physical Chemistry of Molecules (4 cr.)
• CHEM-C 410 Principles of Chemical Instrumentation (4 cr.)
• CHEM-C 430 Inorganic Chemistry
• CHEM-C 484 Biomolecules and Catabolism
• CHEM-C 485 Biosynthetic Pathways and Control of Metabolism

Biology (5 cr.)

• BIOL-L 102 Introduction to Biological Sciences 2 (5 cr.)

Mathematics (3 cr.)

Select one of the following:

• MATH-M 301 Linear Algebra and Applications
• MATH-M 311 Calculus 3
• MATH-M 343 Introduction to Differential Equations with Applications I

World Languages (0-9 cr.)

• At least one course at the 200–level or higher, or formal training, as evidenced by secondary or university diplomas, in a language other than English. The Department of World Language Studies (W.L.S.) offers a placement examination to determine into which semester a student should enroll and/or to qualify students for credit by examination.

Optional Track

Pre-Medical Science Track

• BIOL-L 211 Molecular Biology
• BIOL-L 311 Genetics
• CHEM-C 484 Biomolecules and Catabolism
• PHYS-P 222 Physics 2 (5 cr.)