<p>Hey guys..
I am going to apply to Parmacology or Biochemistry graduate program next year. And I am currently a Biochemistry major and biology minor. Many told me that Grad school will look closely at the related courses that you have taken in undergrad. What are some of the courses that you think are crucial to the admission process? Just be general...don't have to be specific...Plus, I have taken Calculus I and II but not III, do you think it would matter to grad school? I have not taken Genetics either, do you think I should take it? (due to schedule conflicts, I haven't been able to fit these two in my schedule...)</p>
<p>It’s hard to skate by in any scientific graduate program with a weak foundation in math. Pharmacology and Biochemistry, practiced at a high level, require an intimate understanding of differential equations, linear algebra, and advanced calculus techniques.</p>
<p>You should beef up your math and consider taking as many physics classes as possible. Good grades in chemical physics or P-chem will also help you.</p>
<p>Also, courses in statistical testing (my university offers a year series: Statistical Methods of Data Analysis) are fantastic.</p>
<p>Look at the specific programs you’re applying to. Most of the time, they’ll say something to the tune of, “We require (insert courses); in addition, strong applicants to our programs will posses (insert short list of courses).” Those would be your best bet, I’d wager.</p>
<p>You can’t seriously be considering Pharmacology or Biochem without taking Genetics. Take that.</p>
<p>thanks guys…it’s not like I don’t want to take those classes…It’s just my schedule is full of other major required classes that keep conflicting with Genetics, Calculus II, etc… Thanks for the advice. I will find a way to fit them into my crazy schedule…Thanks to all of you!</p>