Bioinformatics and Computational Biology

Program Overview

This highly interdisciplinary program combines biology, computer science, and informatics to prepare students for careers in healthcare, research, and other industries. Students can choose from three concentrations: Biological Sciences, Biomedical Informatics, or Computer Science and Engineering. The program features renowned professors and opportunities for research, internships, and study abroad.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• biology, computer science, and informatics
• 3 concentration areas: Biological Sciences, Biomedical Informatics, and Computer Science and Engineering
• science, math, data, and statistics
• Prepares students for careers in various industries, including healthcare, research, government, and private companies

Outline:

• Core classes in calculus, statistics, molecular biology, organic chemistry, databases, and bioinformatics
• Concentration-specific courses:
• Biological Sciences: focuses on applying math and computing to study genes and proteins
• Biomedical Informatics: focuses on analyzing healthcare data to improve outcomes
• Computer Science and Engineering: focuses on using computing to understand cellular and sub-cellular structures
• conduct research with faculty

Assessment:

• Assessment methods and criteria are not explicitly mentioned in the provided text.

Teaching:

• renowned professors
• researchers and scholars
• Teaching methods are not explicitly described in the text.

Careers:

• Potential careers include:
• Application programmer
• Biotech researcher
• Chief medical information officer
• Healthcare analyst
• Systems analyst
• University professor
• Many graduates pursue further education in medicine or graduate programs in bioinformatics or related fields

Other:

• Opportunities for internships, study abroad, and involvement in student groups
• The program website provides additional details about specific concentration areas and extracurricular opportunities