Molecular and Cellular Biology

Systems and Big Data Biology Emphasis

Learn about applications of data science to research and analysis methods and the communication of findings in courses in mathematics, statistics, computing, and core coursework in biology, participate in laboratory research through the senior thesis and capstone units, and graduate ready for graduate-level study and careers that are in high demand.
Bachelor of Science

Advanced technologies in computer science have streamlined the capturing, computing and interpreting of information, turning biology into a science of big data. Systems biology analyzes cells on a system or network level for a better understanding of an organism as a whole. Students earning a Bachelor of Science in Molecular and Cellular Biology with a subplan in Systems and Big Data Biology study a combination of mathematics, statistics and computing in addition to core coursework in biology. The subplan educates students on the applications of data science to research and analysis methods and the communication of findings. Undergraduates gain firsthand experience in laboratory research through the senior thesis and capstone units. This major and emphasis primes students for graduate-level study and careers in high demand.

Level of Math
Substantial Knowledge
Level of Second Language
2nd Semester Proficiency