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Gain a strong foundation in the natural sciences with the Bachelor of Science in Biology - Biochemical Analysis Track at FranU. The multidisciplinary program gives you the conceptual knowledge and practical know-how to examine the intersection of biology and chemistry using the latest scientific methods, and instrumentation.
We enhance our rigorous coursework in biology, chemistry, and microbiology through focused studies on quantitative analysis, laboratory investigation, and statistical methods. Capstone projects, internships, and independent research round out your education and prepare you for admission to graduate programs and entry-level laboratory positions.
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Learn more about the Biochemical Analysis Track at FranU to discover how the program can open the door to advanced lab careers!
FranU’s forensic science and biology faculty members are highly skilled professionals with extensive subject area expertise and a passion to teach students how to apply scientific knowledge to their future careers in forensic science and beyond.
To apply to FranU, you must meet meet following requirements:
TOPS Core Curriculum with a minimum 2.5 GPA computed on core courses only if you are a high school senior or graduate;
OR an acceptable HiSET exam score of 60 or higher.
OR an acceptable HiSET exam score of 60 or higher.
You may also apply test optional. If applying test optional, you must take Math 0310 OR submit a test score for math placement. We accept to following scores for placement into Math 1315:
ACT Math subscore 18 or higher
SAT Math subscore 500 or higher
Accuplacer Quantitative Reasoning ≥250
CLEP College Algebra 50 or higher
Learn more about how to apply and the materials you may need by visiting the Undergraduate Admissions Requirements page.
To join the Biochemical Analysis Track program:
The mission of the Biology Program at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University is to create quality educational experiences in all areas of biology and chemistry, especially those integral to the health of the population. The core principles of scientific inquiry and ethics serve to integrate coursework throughout the curriculum.
FranU’s Bachelor’s in Biology - Biochemical Analysis Track aims to meet the following goals:
Prepare students for a wide variety of professional paths, including careers in laboratory science or instrumentation and graduate programs in laboratory research or human medicine (physician/physician assistant/physical therapy).
The Biochemical Analysis Track consists of 120 credit hours, and requires courses in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, calculus, statistics, toxicology, and other sciences.
Courses in quantitative and instrumental analysis highlight the program’s emphasis on the technical procedures and instrumentation skills of scientific research. Students have numerous opportunities to apply their knowledge in seminars, internships, faculty-guided research projects, and their capstone projects.
Through our robust curriculum, students develop essential laboratory and research knowledge and skills required for graduate degrees in the natural sciences or lab-centered careers in the biochemical field and other related industries.
Determining how you plan to fund your education can be challenging. At FranU, we aim to make your education more affordable and work with you to help you find grants, scholarships, loans, and other forms of financial assistance. An affordable Catholic institution, our average annual cost is 18% lower than the national median for other four-year schools.
Estimate the amount of financial aid you may receive with our Net Price Calculator Tool, and learn more about your funding options by visiting the Office of Financial Aid page.
Yes! We have a partnership with Oxbow Calcining for students to serve as interns in the CHEM4920 Practical Experiences in Science course.
Yes! We have two extracurricular programs that provide students a stipend to work with their mentors to complete a semester-long project (Supervised Independent Research Experiences, SIRE) or to serve as laboratory assistants (Laboratory Assistant Biology Students, LABS). Students also complete independent research in CHEM4915: Research Problems in Chemistry
Take the next step towards a laboratory career with FranU’s Biochemical Analysis Track for biology majors. Our multidisciplinary program trains you in the use of scientific instrumentation and evaluation methods through engaging coursework, internships, and research opportunities.
We’re proud to be named one of Baton Rouge’s top choices for higher education. This honor reflects our ongoing commitment to academic excellence, student success and community impact.
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Course | Credit Hours |
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1110 - Introduction to College Education | 1 |
BIOL 1315 - Biology for Majors I | 3 |
BIOL 1315L - Biology for Majors I Laboratory | 1 |
CHEM 1315 - General Chemistry I | 3 |
CHEM 1315L - General Chemistry I Laboratory | 1 |
MATH 1315 - College Algebra | 3 |
WRIT 1310 - College Writing I | 3 |
Semester Credit Hours | 15 |
Course | Credit Hours |
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CHEM 2410 - Quantitative Analysis | 4 |
CHEM 2311 - General Organic Chemistry II | 3 |
CHEM 2311L - General Organic Chemistry II Laboratory | 1 |
MATH 2315 - General Statistics | 3 |
Ethics/Philosophy elective | 3 |
Semester Credit Hours | 14 |
Course | Credit Hours |
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BIOL 3325 - General Genetics | 3 |
PHYS 1415 - General Physics I | 4 |
Communications elective | 3 |
Social/Behavioral elective | 3 |
BIOL 3000 or 4000 Level | 3 |
Semester Credit Hours | 16 |
Course | Credit Hours |
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Biology elective - 3000 or 4000 level | 3 |
BIOL 3910 - Junior Biology Seminar | 1 |
BIOL 3350 - Cell Biology | 3 |
CHEM 3320 - Instrumental Analysis | 3 |
PHYS 1416 - General Physics II | 4 |
Free elective | 3 |
Semester Credit Hours | 17 |
Course | Credit Hours |
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BIOL 4320 - Biochemistry I | 3 |
CHEM 4915 - Research Problems in Chemistry | 3 |
BIOL 3000 or 4000 Level | 3 |
BIOL 3000 or 4000 Level | 3 |
BIOL 3000 or 4000 Level | 3 |
Semester Credit Hours | 15 |
Course | Credit Hours |
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BIOL 4321 - Biochemistry II | 3 |
BIOL 4910 - Biology Capstone | 1 |
CHEM 4330 - Toxicology | 3 |
CHEM 4920 - Practical Experiences in Science | 1 |
Humanities/Fine Arts elective | 3 |
Free Elective | 1 |
Semester Credit Hours | 12 |
Behavioral/Social Sciences electives may be taken from ANTH, ECON, HIST, POLI, PSYC, RELS, SOCI.
Ethics/Philosophy electives may be taken from PHIL 2315, PHIL 2320, THEO 3345, THEO 3350, THEO 3360.
Humanities/Fine Arts electives may be taken from ENGL, MUSI, ART, HIST, HUMN, PHIL, RELS, THEO.