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Original student reviews · all captured dates
Coyle is easily the best professor in Biochem 501. His lectures are actually really engaging and this might also be partially because of a easier unit. He tries to make his content easy to learn as well unlike the other three professors in the class. The course is graded almost only on 4 exams but they are noncumulative and easy if you study.Rate My Professors ↗
I took biochem 501 alongside zoology 570, and this unit was super easy because of it. The exams are fair and his lectures were engaging and fun. My favorite lecturer in 501 by far!Rate My Professors ↗
amazing, most straight forward professor I've ever had. Was clearly interested in the content and also excited to share the information with usRate My Professors ↗
Dr. Coyle is amazing! Engaging lecturer, funny, great at explaining, and just a great guy. Very dense and fast-paced lectures, so I would either review ahead or rewatch afterward to go over material again and retain it. He's super available outside of class, answers all your question, and sets clear expectations for material. Best 501 professor!Rate My Professors ↗
Engaging, funny, genuine, talented teacher, and an all-around good dude. Lectures are dense and move fast, so do yourself a favor by downloading/printing the slides in advance. Explains things very straightforwardly (well, as straightforward as you can get in biochem). I wish I had a Dr. Coyle for all my classes!Rate My Professors ↗
Dr. Coyle had very engaging lectures. The lectures were definitely dense and had a lot of information. The lectures are fast paced, but not too difficult to follow along. He did a great job of clearly explaining things and emphasizing what you need to know. By far the best professor in Biochem 501.Rate My Professors ↗
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Independent Study involves research work under the direct guidance of a Biochemistry faculty member.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
historical GPA · grades
Fall 2022–Spring 2026Introduction to Biochemistry covers the chemistry, nutrition, and metabolism of biological systems, emphasizing biomolecular structures, genetic information processes, and central metabolic pathways.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Past student reviews · Scott Coyle
Scott Coyle taught the genetics unit, with students describing his lectures as engaging, clear, and often aided by supplemental videos. One student noted the course relied on four noncumulative exams that were easy if studied, while another could not speak to exam fairness, and reviews generally found the material accessible despite a fast pace.
historical GPA · grades
Fall 2022–Spring 2026Senior Honors Thesis: First semester of individual study for undergraduate students in an Honors program completing a thesis in Biochemistry, arranged with a faculty member.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Second semester individual study for undergraduates in an Honors program completing a Biochemistry thesis, arranged with a Biochemistry faculty member.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
First-semester individual study for undergraduates completing a Biochemistry thesis, arranged with a Biochemistry faculty member.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Second semester individual study for undergraduates completing a Biochemistry senior thesis, involving literature review, research methodologies, thesis writing, and communication of findings.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Special Problems provides credit for supervised research, library, or lab work. Students arrange specific projects and credits directly with their faculty supervisor.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
historical GPA · grades
Fall 2022–Spring 2026 · limited sampleA graduate seminar reviewing latest advances in synthetic biology, covering biomolecular design, metabolic engineering, cell-based therapeutics, and genome design.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2024: 4.00 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=11 letter grades); Spring 2025: 4.00 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=6 letter grades); Spring 2026: 4.00 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=12 letter grades). Includes jointly taught sections.
historical GPA · grades
Fall 2022–Spring 2026 · limited sampleIndependent laboratory research course for preparing a graduate thesis or dissertation under faculty supervision.
Offering recorded · Spring 2027 · Sources
No recorded grade history
Distinct courses recorded per term
Explore courses taught by this instructor →| Term | Course | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2027 | BIOCHEM 299 | Independent Study |
| Spring 2027 | BIOCHEM 501 | Introduction to Biochemistry |
| Spring 2027 | BIOCHEM 681 | Senior Honors Thesis |
| Spring 2027 | BIOCHEM 682 | Senior Honors Thesis |
| Spring 2027 | BIOCHEM 691 | Senior Thesis |
| Spring 2027 | BIOCHEM 692 | Senior Thesis |
| Spring 2027 | BIOCHEM 699 | Special Problems |
| Spring 2027 | BIOCHEM 919 | Synthetic Biology Seminar |
| Spring 2027 | BIOCHEM 990 | Research |
| Fall 2026 | BIOCHEM 299 | Independent Study |
| Fall 2026 | BIOCHEM 501 | Introduction to Biochemistry |
| Fall 2026 | BIOCHEM 681 | Senior Honors Thesis |
| Fall 2026 | BIOCHEM 682 | Senior Honors Thesis |
| Fall 2026 | BIOCHEM 691 | Senior Thesis |
| Fall 2026 | BIOCHEM 692 | Senior Thesis |
| Fall 2026 | BIOCHEM 699 | Special Problems |
| Fall 2026 | BIOCHEM 919 | Synthetic Biology Seminar |
| Fall 2026 | BIOCHEM 990 | Research |
| Fall 2026 | BIOCHEM/CBE 932 | Biotechnology Training Program Seminar |
Teaching history may be incomplete. Course pages contain course-specific feedback and citations.
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