Biochemistry (B.A.) Leading to Pharm.D.
Salve Regina University along with the University of Saint Joseph offers a pathway for students to earn their Doctor of Pharmacy in six years. Students complete three years of study in biochemistry at Salve Regina, followed by three years in Saint Joseph’s Pharm.D. program. Before conferral of the B.A. in Biochemistry from Salve Regina University, the student must request that University of Saint Joseph forward transcripts to verify completion of all required course work. See Pharmacy Dual Degree for more information.
Biochemistry (B.A.) majors in the 3+3 pharmacy dual degree complete a minimum of 120 credits to earn a bachelor’s degree, including 41–44 credits of core courses and 62 credits (16 courses) in their major.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| BIO-113 | Biology I | 4 |
| CHM-113 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHM-114 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| BIO-210 | Microbiology | 4 |
| BIO-220 | Cell Biology and Chemistry | 4 |
| BIO-305 | Human Anatomy | 4 |
| BIO-325 | Human Physiology | 4 |
| CHM-205 | Organic Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHM-206 | Organic Chemistry II | 4 |
| BCH-403 | Biochemistry | 4 |
| CHM-410 | Topics in Chemistry and Research Capstone | 3 |
| Select one Chemistry course from the following: | 4 | |
| Physical Chemistry I | ||
| Inorganic Chemistry | ||
| Analytical Chemistry | ||
| Instrumental Analysis | ||
| Mathematics and Physics | ||
| MTH-195 | Calculus I | 4 |
| MTH-196 | Calculus II | 4 |
| PHY-205 | Principles of Physics I | 4 |
| STA-173 | Statistical Methods | 3 |
| Total Credits | 62 | |
Degree Plan for Biochemistry (B.A.) Leading to Pharm.D.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| FYT-101 | First Year Studio | 1 |
| UNV-101 | University Seminar | 3 |
| CHM-113 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| BIO-113 | Biology I | 4 |
| MTH-195 | Calculus I | 4 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Spring | ||
| UNV-102 | University Seminar II | 3 |
| ECN-101 | Introductory Macroeconomics | 3 |
| CHM-114 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| MTH-196 | Calculus II | 4 |
| Literature Core | 3 | |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| GST-098 | Sophomore Studio 1 | 1 |
| RTS-225 or PHL-225 |
The Quest for the Ultimate: Dialogue with Global Religious Traditions 2 or Quest for the Good Life |
3 |
| Cell Biology, Analytical Chemistry or Physical Chemistry Course | 4 | |
| CHM-205 | Organic Chemistry I | 4 |
| Visual & Performing Arts Core Course | 3 | |
| Language Core 2 | 3 | |
| Credits | 18 | |
| Spring | ||
| RTS-225 or PHL-225 |
The Quest for the Ultimate: Dialogue with Global Religious Traditions 2 or Quest for the Good Life |
3 |
| Cell Biology, Analytical Chemistry or Physical Chemistry Course | 4 | |
| CHM-206 | Organic Chemistry II | 4 |
| Psychology Core Course | 3 | |
| Language Core 2 | 3 | |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Third Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| BIO-305 | Human Anatomy | 4 |
| BCH-403 | Biochemistry | 4 |
| PHY-205 | Principles of Physics I | 4 |
| CHM-410 | Topics in Chemistry and Research Capstone | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| BIO-210 | Microbiology | 4 |
| BIO-325 | Human Physiology | 4 |
| STA-173 | Statistical Methods | 3 |
| RTS or PHL Core Course | 3 | |
| History Core Course | 3 | |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Fourth Year | ||
| Fourth Year Courses at University of Saint Joseph that Transfer to Salve Regina 3 | ||
| PHRM-700: Introduction to Healthcare and Population Health | 3 | |
| PHRM-704: Dosage Form Design and Calculations 1 | 4 | |
| PHRM-715: Fundamentals of Drug Action 1 | 2 | |
| PHRM-712: Biochemical Principles in Healthcare 1 | 3 | |
| PHRM-713: Biochemical Principles in Healthcare 2 | 3 | |
| PHRM-720: Pharmacy Administration and Pharmacoeconomics | 4 | |
| PHRM-708: Basic and Applied Pharmacokinetics | 4 | |
| Credits | 23 | |
| Fifth Year | ||
| Fifth at University of Saint Joseph | ||
| Credits | 0 | |
| Sixth Year | ||
| Sixth Year at University of Saint Joseph | ||
| Credits | 0 | |
| Total Credits | 123 | |
- 1
This weekend workshop may be taken in either the fall or spring semester of sophomore year.
- 2
One each semester.
- 3
These University of Saint Joseph courses will transfer to Salve Regina University to count toward Biochemistry courses for B.A. degree. Additional courses for years four, five, and six to meet degree requirements will be specified by University of Saint Joseph.
Minimum of 120 credits required for undergraduate degree conferral.