Overview

The Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, and Bioinformatics program at Towson University includes core courses encompassing all three areas of the major and additional courses in a concentration that will allow you to specialize in one of those three areas.

The molecular biology concentration examines the molecular basis of life. Molecular biology uses molecular approaches to understand the processes of living systems and has applications in all areas of biology.
The biochemistry concentration examines the molecules of life, with emphasis on the chemical structure and reactivity that shape biological function.
The bioinformatics concentration involves the application of computer science to the study of the molecular basis of life.

Academic Advantages

research opportunities and small classes taught by excellent faculty drawn from the departments of biological sciences, chemistry, mathematics, and computer and information sciences

state-of-the-art facilities and equipment

active MB3 club and seminar series in which students present their research

advantageous location with a high concentration of opportunities in medical, clinical and biotechnology facilities

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cellular Biology And Genetics

Genetics

Molecular Biology

General Chemistry Lecture

And General Chemistry Laboratory

Biochemistry

Elementary Biostatistics

Calculus

Programming For Biologists

Gen Computer Science

Intro To Bioinformatics

Seminar In Bioethics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: Students who apply after the Regular Decision deadline, 1st February, are reviewed on a space-available basis.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Towson, United States

Disciplines

Bioinformatics & Biostatistics Biochemistry Genetics View 294 other Bachelors in Genetics in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit your bachelor's degree application and $45 fee online.
Submit your secondary and post-secondary academic record(s).
Submit test results of English proficiency.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
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Tuition Fee

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International

29820 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 29820 USD per year during 48 months.
National

29820 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 29820 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

11728 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11728 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Towson

1797 - 3043 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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