Biology: Bioinformatics and Computational Biology
Offered by: BiologyIf you have ever wanted to apply your computer knowledge to biology or medicine, the Bioinformatics/ Computational Biology specialization is for you. This specialization exposes students to the field of Bioinformatics through coursework in biology, chemistry, computer science, and mathematics.
Why Choose Bioinformatics & Computational Biology?
With continuous advances in biological technology, there is a growing demand for scientists trained in bioinformatics. This program will prepare you for careers and graduate school in areas of computational biology/ bioinformatics, genomics and proteomics, drug discovery and design, gene annotation, and more.
What Will You Learn?
The broad-based curriculum will give you a firm foundation in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and computer science. This will prepare you for career opportunities or graduate school in bioinformatics.
Careers in Bioinformatics & Computational Biology
You'll have several different professional paths open to you upon graduation. Students can go on to careers or graduate programs in:
- Bioinformatics
- Pharmaceutical research and development
- Molecular Biology
- Biomedical Research
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