Genomics and Bioinformatics (Minor)

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Program Description

The science of biology aims to understand the workings of life in all its varied forms. The Department of Biology is home to world-class laboratories with faculty dedicated to pushing the frontiers of knowledge and educating the next generation of scientists and biomedical professionals. Research and teaching span the range of modern biology, from microbes to multicellular animals and plants, and from molecular and cellular processes to genetics, development, behavior, and evolution.

The department offers four minors in Biology designed to hone skills in one of four contemporary areas:

  • Molecular and Cell Biology
  • Genetics
  • Genomics and Bioinformatics
  • Environmental Biology

Students interested in one of the minors offered in Biology should consult the director of undergraduate studies as early as possible to plan a course of study that meets their needs.

Minor Declaration

To request declaration of a minor, CAS students should visit the host department. To request declaration of a cross-school minor, CAS students should complete the online Minor Application available in their Albert Student Center. Students may also use the Minor Application in Albert to request cancellation of a CAS or cross-school minor.