Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (Second Major Only)

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon graduation, Rose-Hulman Biochemistry and Molecular Biology students will be able to

Solve problems by applying core concepts of biochemistry and molecular biology.

Explain and and apply techniques related to the manipulation and analysis of cells and biomolecules.

Communicate complex scientific findings and ideas from the discipline of biochemistry and molecular biology through a variety of media.

The biochemistry & molecular biology program exists to give students an opportunity to augment their education in this technologically-important field. To support this effort, Rose-Hulman provides students with access to a modern and well-equipped biochemistry lab, along with an excellent biological sciences facility.

Biochemistry & molecular biology is available to Rose-Hulman students as a second major. This means that the student will receive a first degree in some other discipline and then can augment their education with this program. Students whose first degree programs are in chemistry or chemical engineering will find the program easiest since there is considerable overlap between those programs and the biochemistry & molecular biology requirements. Students from other disciplines are also encouraged to participate, but will have to take more courses. All students are encouraged to take individual courses in the program, regardless of whether or not they wish to fulfill the second major requirements, or to participate in related research projects under faculty supervision.