Biomolecular science exists at the interface between biology and chemistry. Scientists working in this area can have major impacts on society. Genetically-modified crops reduce food insecurity. Novel therapies, such as artificial organs, extend life. Inexpensive and renewable energy sources (like oil from algae) and bioremediation help address the problems of climate change and environmental degradation. A BS in Biomolecular Science is also a suitable starting point for careers in medicine. Our program was developed in cooperation with deans from major medical schools, and graduates have gone on to Harvard Dental School, Mount Sinai Medical School, and NYU Medical School, among other prestigious programs.
Our BS program in Biomolecular Science allows students to join their efforts to improve the world. The first two years of the program focus on core courses to provide a solid foundation in the fundamentals of science — math, physics, chemistry, and biology. From there, students can concentrate their studies in biomedical science or biotechnology.
Admissions
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Program Requirements
The program requires the completion of 128 credits, comprised of the courses below. See Policies for details on requirements and additional program information.
All sophomore BMS majors must enroll in (on BioRaft) and complete three one-hour training sessions offered by the NYU EHS (Environmental Health and Safety) Office. The three sessions are Lab Safety, Waste Management and Biosafety. Students must show proof (e.g. certificate) that they completed this training to their advisers at their next advisement meeting in order to have their registration holds removed. Each subsequent fall they must take three online refresher sessions until they graduate.
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will:
Learn the major concepts of chemistry and biology and their relations to biomolecular science.
Learn the use of basic chemical and biological techniques and instrumentation.
Be prepared for advanced studies and research in biomolecular science and related fields.
Be prepared for employment in biomedical and other health-related fields, STEM education, and post-graduate studies.
Policies
Program Policies
Humanities and Social Science Electives: Students select four 4-credit courses, for a total of 16 credits.
BMS-UY 1032 Introduction to Biomolecular Science cannot be taken by and is not required for transfer students or students changing major after their first year.
Regarding the courses BMS-UY 4914 Undergraduate Research in Biomolecular Sciences and BMS-UY 4924 Undergraduate Research in Biomolecular Sciences; Students electing senior research must take both semesters of research and write a BS thesis. Students may replace research and thesis with 8 credits of technical electives from Group 2.
Elective options:
At least 6 credits of technical electives must be selected from the following courses: BMS-UY (level 2, 3, and 4), CM-UY (level 3 and 4), BT-GY, BE-GY and BI-GY (collectively referred to as “Group 1”).
At least 6 credits of technical electives must be selected from the following courses: A Group 1 course (as defined above), MA-UY, CS-UY, PH-UY, CBE-UY or, with adviser’s permission a technical elective related to BMS major at another school of NYU (collectively referred to as “Group 2”). Students may take a maximum of 4 courses or 16 credits at other schools of NYU.
The remaining courses (up to 9 credits) are free electives, for example, a course related to management, finance, or media studies (adviser’s permission is required).