For positions designing or directing research projects, a PhD is a must. High School Preparation Biochemistry is a demanding, rigorous discipline, yet satisfying for students interested in chemical life processes. A solid background in math, chemistry, physics, and biology is required. All freshman applicants are considered within a competitive admission process for Autumn, Winter, and Summer quarters for the Columbus campus. The GEC is a body of courses designed to ensure that each student becomes acquainted with the basic areas of academic study.
Some majors also require completion of a foreign language requirement.
More About Biochemistry Biochemistry majors at Ohio State are strongly encouraged to do a research project with a faculty member. Ohio State offers well-equipped laboratories which contain sophisticated instrumentation for biochemical research. Career services counselors encourage students to begin career planning as early as their freshman year. All students should file placement materials at the Career Services Office no later than the end of their junior or the beginning of their senior year. Co-op Opportunities Students who are interested in the college's cooperative education program should register with the Career Services Office in their sophomore year.