STEM-classified degree: graduates are eligible for 3 years of Optional Practical Training (OPT) in the USA. This degree is taught by ASU’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. The faculty include 15 National Academy of Sciences members, 3 Pulitzer Prize winners, and 2 Nobel Prize winners. Academic college: The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. This Master of Science program in Biochemistry offers advanced study in the chemical and biological principles of life, taught by a distinguished faculty, preparing graduates for research-intensive careers in academia, industry, and related fields. The STEM classification offers extended OPT opportunities for international students.

Career options in advanced research positions in pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, academic institutions, government research agencies, specialized roles in diagnostics and healthcare, and potentially as a stepping stone to a PhD. The STEM designation can enhance opportunities for employment in the US after graduation.

Arizona State University, Tempe Campus, is a highly ranked public university with a world-leading drive for innovation and is consistently the #1 US public university chosen by international students. The Tempe campus is ASU's historic and largest, offering a wide range of degree programs, first-rate research facilities, and a vibrant, energetic city-like atmosphere. The program is taught by a highly acclaimed faculty within The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, including numerous National Academy of Sciences members, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Nobel Prize winners.