Biochemistry, Minor
School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences
Program Overview
By declaring a minor in biochemistry, you get to think creatively about problems in fields as diverse as medicine and renewable energy. With this interdisciplinary minor, you’ll obtain a solid foundation in introductory, organic, and analytical chemistry, with a particular emphasis on chemical processes and substances as they occur in living organisms.

Minor Details
The program information listed here reflects the approved curriculum for the 2024–25 academic year per the Brooklyn College Bulletin. Bulletins from past academic years can be found here.
Minor Requirements (32.5–37.5 Credits)
One of the following sets of courses:
- Chemistry 1200 and 1201
- Chemistry 1050 and 2060 and 1201
- Chemistry 1050 and 2050
- Chemistry 1100
- Students must complete either Chemistry 2100 or both Chemistry 2200 and 2201.
The following additional courses must be completed:
Contact
Laura Juszcak, Program Coordinator
3119 Ingersoll Hall
E: ljuzak@brooklyn.cuny.edu
P: 718.951.5000 ext. 1426
The Support You’ll Find
Brooklyn College is an integral part of the cultural and artistic energy of New York City. Our faculty members in Chemistry offer incomparable expertise and tremendous talent, and each brings a unique perspective to their teaching and mentoring in and out of the classroom.