M.S. Program Curriculum

Students will complete a minimum of 32 credits composed of the following:

• 9 credits in core courses
• 9 credits of depth courses
• 9 credits of research & thesis work
• 2 credits of graduate seminar
• 3 credits additional to meet the minimum requirements (may include research credits).

Curriculum Summary
Foundation courses: These courses, or equivalent knowledge, are necessary foundation for core courses. Your committee will help you determine whether you should take background courses.
Core courses: The three required core courses (below) provide a shared educational foundation and a common language for interdisciplinary research.
CS 515	Computational Biology	3 credits
Biol 522	Molecular Evolution	3 credits
Math 563	Mathematical Genetics	3 credits
Depth courses: Depth courses are designed to provide detailed knowledge of bioinformatics and computational biology. Students will complete 6 credits of depth courses in chosen focus area and 3 credits in each of the other areas (9 credits).
Focus Area:	Computer Science/Mathematical Sciences
Focus Area:	Biological Sciences
Research & thesis: Students will conduct research and thesis work that leads to significant and original contributions to science.
BCB 500	Master's Research and Thesis	9 credits
Graduate Seminar
BCB 501	Seminar	2 credits