Program Overview

Molecular, Cellular & Developmental Biology

The College of Arts and Sciences offers four undergraduate biology-related programs. These areas of study collectively span the range of biological systems from global ecology to the properties of the molecules of life.

Undergraduate Program

Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology (MCDB) concentrates on how living systems operate at the cellular and molecular levels, their assembly and structure, emphasizing cellular and genetic regulation, including embryonic development. A degree in MCDB prepares students for careers in health and medicine, biomedical and agricultural research, biotechnology, and more.

A degree in MCDB requires coursework in:

• Chemistry
• Biochemistry
• Math
• Physics (optional but recommended)
• Cellular and molecular biology

Program Details

The program includes various aspects such as:

• Academic Calendar
• Biology Advising
• Courses
• Scholarships
• Departmental Honors
• Undergraduate Research
• Independent Study
• Teaching Assistantship
• Mentors
• Learning Lounge
• Phage Genomics Lab
• Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program
• Colorado Advantage Program

Research Areas

The program focuses on the molecular, cellular, and developmental aspects of biology, covering a wide range of research areas.