Minor in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Explore your interest in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.
The minor in biochemistry and molecular biology at UMass Amherst focuses on the chemical and physical principles that underpin everything about life as we know it. You’ll build your knowledge in cellular and molecular biology, biochemistry, and genetics.
If you are majoring in any area of the physical or chemical sciences, the minor in biochemistry and molecular biology is an ideal supplement to the rest of your undergraduate experience. You’ll also gain insight into possible careers in the growing pharmaceutical and biotech industries.
In the spotlight
“My mentor taught me that it’s okay to make mistakes. He never gets annoyed or angry—he’s amazingly patient and responsive.”
Tieqi Sun says that understanding the theory behind the work and building problem solving and critical thinking skills have been key aspects of his development as an undergraduate research assistant and aspiring physician.
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Examine biological processes from physical, chemical, and genetic perspectives to better understand how biochemical reactions are integrated and regulated.