About the course

When you earn a chemistry degree at Pacific, you can expect to receive training in all practical laboratory skills. These skills give you confidence and a competitive edge as you enter the workplace or pursue graduate degrees. Senior students (BS) compete very well nationally for admission to the best professional schools and are very competitive in the employment market after graduation. Our graduate students (MS/PhD) have secured leading positions in industry and academia nationally and internationally.

　　When you earn a chemistry degree at Pacific, you will build skills to give you confidence and a competitive edge as you enter the workplace or pursue graduate degrees. Unlike many other universities, Pacific offers undergraduates the opportunity to conduct hands-on research. You can work alongside faculty whose labs are contributing to treatments for diseases such as cancer and Alzheimer's.

　　Biochemistry is the study of the molecules, reactions and processes that produce life at the molecular level. Understanding biochemistry allows researchers to identify better drugs and develop more effective treatments to improve the human condition. Our biochemistry program offers you, as an undergraduate, opportunities to participate in research projects that focus on drug discovery and combating disease so you can make a real difference. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: US$222,320

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Stockton
Summer (May), 2024	Stockton
Fall (August), 2024	Stockton
Spring (January), 2025	Stockton
Summer (May), 2025	Stockton
Fall (August), 2025	Stockton
Spring (January), 2026	Stockton
Summer (May), 2026	Stockton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of the Pacific - Shorelight

On the TOEFL iBT a minimum score of 80 , Paper-based TOEFL - 550. On the IELTS a minimum score of 6.5 is required. Official transcripts for all course work taken after high school are required, no matter how few credits were earned from the institution. SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing score of 570. ACT Composite score of 22 or higher. IB English score of 5 or higher.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　The next application deadline is 10 December 2023

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of the Pacific - Shorelight. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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