This major includes courses in computer science, mathematics and biology and prepares students for a career in the field of bioinformatics. Specialists in bioinformatics use computational analyses to study the vast information provided by modern molecular biology, such as DNA and protein sequence analyses, fields which are growing at an unprecedented rate.
Baccalaureate Degree and Residency Requirements
All requirements for an undergraduate degree are listed under Academic Policies and Regulations in the undergraduate introductory section of this catalog. These requirements include a graduation requirement of at least one course in religion or theology.
General Education Requirements
The 42 credit hours of general education requirements are presented in the Academic Information section of this catalog. A course that meets a general education requirement may also meet a course requirement in the major or a course requirement in another discipline.
