B.S. in Bioinformatics |
University/Institute: Ramapo College of New Jersey (RCNJ) |
Location: United States - Mahwah |
Focus: Bioinformatics |
Recommended Undergraduate Degrees: None |
Degree Offered: BS/BSc/BA/B.Eng (4 years)BS/BSc/BA/B.Eng (Major/Primary Degree) |
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Key characteristics of program:
Ramapo College was the first in New Jersey and one of the first primarily undergraduate colleges in the United States to offer a baccalaureate degree in bioinformatics. |
Program Goals:
The undergraduate program in bioinformatics at Ramapo College builds a solid multidisciplinary foundation in biology, chemistry, computer science and mathematics using informatics as an interdisciplinary cohesive tool. In advanced courses, students are trained to manage biological data, develop computational methods to analyze and interpret data, solve scientific problems and make new discoveries. In addition to the scientific and technical concepts, students are also exposed to the social, business, and ethical aspects of science. The bioinformatics major prepares students for obtaining employment in industry and academia, pursuing graduate education, careers in medicine and related disciplines, or engaging in research in this technological field of great demand. |
Additional Information |
Year Program Established: 2002
Average number of applicants per year: 15 |
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