Bachelor of Science in Bioanalytical Chemistry - STEM Designated
Chicago, USA
DURATION
127 up to 128 Hours
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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Introduction
Bioanalytical chemistry is a key discipline in biomedical research for the study of biological processes, detection, and diagnosis of human diseases. Bioanalytical chemists help conduct pre-clinical and clinical trials of drugs and biopharmaceuticals.
The Bachelor of Science in Bioanalytical Chemistry explores modern techniques in chemical and biochemical methods, as well as instrumental techniques for the analysis and detection of biomolecules and biologically active molecules. These include small drugs, drug metabolites, proteins, peptides, antibodies, DNAs, enzymes, and biologics.
Illinois Tech is the first university in the country to offer a B.S. in bioanalytical chemistry. The degree program provides an interdisciplinary background in bioanalytical principles and methods, and applications of analytical chemistry for the detection, characterization, and quantification of bioactive molecules in biological systems.
Opportunities to conduct undergraduate research with chemistry faculty in biosensor technology, microscopic protein detection, antibody drug conjugate chemistry, and computational simulation of protein-protein interaction are available to help you gain a competitive edge for entry into the workforce or graduate studies.
Program Overview
The degree program provides an interdisciplinary background in bioanalytical principles and methods, and applications of analytical chemistry for the detection, characterization, and quantification of bioactive molecules in biological systems. Opportunities to conduct undergraduate research are available to help you gain a competitive edge.
Why Illinois Tech is one of the best value universities in the country
As an Illinois Tech student, you’ll automatically be considered for our university’s generous institutional scholarships. On average, this adds up to a savings of $107,472 on tuition and housing for every student during your four years at Illinois Tech ($134,340 for five years, based on fall 2021 figures).
We’re committed to dramatically reducing the cost of your degree, so you can focus on learning at one of the most dynamic and innovation-driven universities in the country.
Want some more great reasons?
- On top of our institutional scholarship, on average, Illinois Tech awards our students an additional $34,412 each in need-based tuition aid over four years ($43,015 for five years). (among FAFSA filers, fall 2021)
- We’re the #44 Best Value School in the nation (U.S. News & World Report)
- 98% of our students receive some form of financial aid
- The mean starting salary of our undergraduates is $63,938
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Required Courses
Bioanalytical Chemistry Requirements ---- ---- (51)
- CHEM 100 ---- ---- Introduction to the Profession ---- ---- 2
- CHEM 124 ---- ---- Principle of Chemistry I with Lab ---- ---- 4
- CHEM 125 ---- ---- Principle of Chemistry II w/Lab ---- ---- 4
- CHEM 237 ---- ---- Organic Chemistry I ---- ---- 4
- CHEM 239 ---- ---- Organic Chemistry II ---- ---- 3
- CHEM 240 ---- ---- Organic Chemistry Lab ---- ---- 2
- CHEM 247 ---- ---- Analytical Chemistry ---- ---- 3
- CHEM 321 ---- ---- Instrumental Analysis ---- ---- 4
- CHEM 343 ---- ---- Physical Chemistry I ---- ---- 3
- CHEM 344 ---- ---- Physical Chemistry II ---- ---- 4
- CHEM 415 ---- ---- Inorganic Chemistry ---- ---- 3
- CHEM 434 ---- ---- Special Methods in Id and Analysis ---- ---- 4
- CHEM 460 ---- ---- Bioanalytical Chemistry ---- ---- 3
- CHEM 461 ---- ---- Bioanalytical Chemistry Lab ---- ---- 3
- CHEM 463 ---- ---- Analytical Method Develop Lab ---- ---- 3
- CHEM 485 ---- ---- Chemistry Colloquium ---- ---- 1
- CHEM 495 ---- ---- Seminar in Special Topics ---- ---- 1
Bioanalytical Chemistry Electives ---- ---- (6)
Select two courses from the following: ---- ---- 6
- CHEM 416 ---- ---- Advanced Chemistry Lab ---- ---- 3
- CHEM 452 ---- ---- Cheminformatics ---- ---- 3
- CHEM 467 ---- ---- Medicinal Chemistry ---- ---- 3
- CHEM 473 ---- ---- Environmental Analytical Chemistry ---- ---- 3
- CHEM 475 ---- ---- Forensic Chemistry ---- ---- 3
- CHEM 476 ---- ---- Forensic Chemistry Laboratory ---- ---- 3
- CHEM 513 ---- ---- Chemometrics & Statistics ---- ---- 3
- CHEM 538 ---- ---- Physical Biochemistry ---- ---- 3
Biology Requirements (6-7)
- BIOL 107 ---- ---- General Biology Lecture ---- ---- 3
or
- BIOL 115 ---- ---- Human Biology ---- ---- 3
- BIOL 401 ---- ---- Introductory Biochemistry ---- ---- 3-4
or
- BIOL 403 Biochemistry ---- ---- 3
Mathematics Requirements ---- ---- (18)
- MATH 151 ---- ---- Calculus I ---- ---- 5
- MATH 152 ---- ---- Calculus II ---- ---- 5
- MATH 251 ---- ---- Multivariate & Vector Calculus ---- ---- 4
- MATH 252 ---- ---- Introduction to Differential Equations ---- ---- 4
Physics Requirements (8)
- PHYS 123 ---- ---- General Physics I: Mechanics ---- ---- 4
- PHYS 221 ---- ---- Gen Physics II: Electricity and Magnetism ---- ---- 4
Computer Science Requirement (2)
- CS 105 ---- ---- Intro to Computer Programming ---- ---- 2
or
- CS 110 ---- ---- Computing Principles ---- ---- 2
Humanities and Social Sciences Requirements ---- ---- (21)
See Illinois Tech Core Curriculum, sections B and C ---- ---- 21
Interprofessional Projects (IPRO) ---- ---- (6)
See Illinois Tech Core Curriculum, section E ---- ---- 6
Free Electives ---- ---- (9)
Select nine credit hours1 ---- ---- 9
Total Credit Hours 127-128
1 Suggested electives include BIOL 210, BIOL 445, BIOL 514, BIOL 527, BIOL 550, ITMD 521, ITMD 525, and ITMD 527.
Career Opportunities
This rigorous education in traditional chemistry along with the requisite knowledge and technical skills build a foundation for a career in bioanalysis, biomedicine, biotechnology, clinical science, or pharmaceutical science.
- Bench chemist
- Formulary chemist
- Industrial chemist
- Laboratory chemist
- Medicinal chemist
- Quality control chemist
- Research and development chemist