Survey of recent graduates from the Natural Sciences Division
Why study Biochemistry at MC?
The curriculum in biochemistry affords the student sound training in the principles and techniques of modern biochemical theory and experimentation. The program integrates laboratory, theoretical, and research skills to provide the range of abilities needed by the practicing biochemist. Opportunity for research through the Oak Ridge Associated Universities and National Laboratories such as Argonne, Brookhaven, Jefferson, Los Alamos, and Oak Ridge complement the curriculum.
The Major in Biochemistry provides a comprehensive curriculum for students planning careers in which biochemical knowledge plays a central role. With careful elective choice students may pursue careers as professional biochemists and enter graduate school programs that lead to a variety of research-oriented careers, or they may enter medical school or other health-related programs.
Maryville College Works is a comprehensive career preparation program that is integrated into the College’s four-year liberal arts curriculum. Key components include assessment, advising, networking and professional experiences.
External Relationships
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy
University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine
Meet a current student
Megan Houston ’20
Hometown: Maryville, Tenn.
Megan chose MC’s biochemistry major because she knew it would prepare her for medical school. With aspirations of becoming a cardiologist, she has taken advantage of the College’s location to Blount Memorial Hospital and pursued work as a certified nursing assistant so that she can add practical experience to what she is learning and seeing in classroom lectures and lab assignments. “I heard MC’s science program has a good acceptance rate into medical school,” she said. “I’m interested in cardiology because I’ve seen a lot of different heart conditions at BMH, and I like learning how to read EKGs and different tests for the heart.”