Our Programs
The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry offers student-centered educational environment for undergraduate and graduate students.
Our degree programs are designed to prepare you for graduate study, health professions programs, laboratory positions with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, and professional careers such as teaching. Our overarching objective is to educate and train versatile chemists and biochemists who not only understand the theoretical basis and practical applications of their discipline but are well-prepared to succeed in graduate school and professional positions.
Undergraduate Programs
Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry
Build a strong foundation across all major areas of chemistry while developing the skills to solve real-world scientific problems. Gain hands-on experience in modern laboratories using advanced instrumentation, and learn to communicate your findings with clarity and precision. Along the way, connect chemistry to fields like biology, materials science, and environmental science while preparing for collaborative, research-driven careers.
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
Develop deep expertise across all core areas of chemistry while gaining extensive hands-on experience with modern laboratory techniques and instrumentation. Learn to analyze complex problems, interpret scientific literature, and communicate your findings clearly in professional formats. With a strong emphasis on research and collaboration, the program prepares you for advanced study and careers across science, industry, and interdisciplinary fields.
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
Explore the chemistry of life by building a strong foundation in core biochemical concepts and hands-on laboratory techniques. Develop the skills to analyze complex biological systems, interpret scientific literature, and communicate your findings with clarity. With an emphasis on research, collaboration, and real-world problem solving, the program prepares you for careers in biotechnology, healthcare, and advanced scientific study.
Minor in Chemistry
The Minor in Chemistry at San Francisco State University helps you build a strong foundation in chemical principles while complementing your major. You’ll take courses that strengthen your skills in problem-solving and scientific reasoning. This program is ideal if you’ve already taken some chemistry and want to formalize your knowledge. With guidance from faculty advisors, you can tailor the minor to support careers in science, healthcare, or other technical fields.
Graduate Programs
Master of Science in Chemistry
Develop advanced expertise in a specialized area of chemistry while gaining hands-on experience in independent research. Learn to design and conduct experiments, analyze data, and communicate scientific findings with clarity and precision. Through collaboration and engagement with current scientific literature, the program prepares you for professional research careers or further doctoral study.
Master of Science in Chemistry: Concentration in Biochemistry
Gain advanced expertise at the intersection of chemistry and biology through focused study in biochemistry. Develop the skills to design and conduct independent research, analyze complex data, and communicate scientific findings with clarity. With an emphasis on collaboration and engagement with current scientific literature, the program prepares you for careers in research, biotechnology, and advanced doctoral study.