Explore the Bachelor of Science in Biology - Biochemistry at the University of New Haven. Hands-on lab experience & research opportunities await! Apply today!
Program Description In biology, there are questions to be asked and problems to be solved. Through the biology program at the University of New Haven, students will learn to do both successfully, applying the theoretical knowledge they gain in the classroom in hands-on laboratory activities and engaging in field work right from the start. Students will study life in its most basic and its most complex forms as they explore and expand the framework that informs people's understanding of the wonders of the natural world. Strengths of the program include: An emphasis on integrating theoretical knowledge with practical, career-focused work Studying in state-of-the-art laboratories Participation in active research projects designed for students and led by faculty Exploring Connecticut’s rich biological systems, including the Connecticut Audubon Coastal Center at Milford Point and the Banca Marsh Learning from faculty who are passionate scholars in their respective disciplines The opportunity to study in different settings, including the Sound School in New Haven and the Gerace Tropical Research Station in the Bahamas The opportunity to participate in the Lyme Disease Research Group On-campus clubs and organizations, including the Beta Beta Beta National Biologic Honors Society, the Biology Club, and the Marine Conservation Society This concentration is most appropriate for students interested in a career in the rapidly growing fields of biotechnology and biomedical/pharmaceutical research or in pursuing an advanced degree in biochemistry or molecular biology. The program offers extensive hands-on experience in biochemical, cellular, and molecular techniques.
