Curriculum
Students will complete a minimum of 30 credits composed of the following and should complete a study plan by the end of the first year in the BCB Program:
- 9 credits in core courses
- 9 credits of depth courses
- 10 credits of research & thesis work
- 2 credits of graduate seminar
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.
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BCB 509 | Evolutionary Biology for non-Life Scientists | 3 credits (F) |
| BCB 510 | Computational Science for Biologists | 3 credits (F) |
| BCB 512 | Multidisciplinary Approaches to the Study of Evolution | 3 credits (S) |
| BIOL 456 | Computer Skills for Biologists | 3 credits (Alt. Even F) |
Core Courses
The three required core courses (below) provide a shared educational foundation and a common language for interdisciplinary research.
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CS 515 | Computational Biology - Course Expectations | 3 credits (Alt. Odd S) |
| Biol 522 | Molecular Evolution - Course Expectations | 3 credits (Alt. Even S) |
| Math 563 | Mathematical Genetics - Course Expectations | 3 credits (Alt. Odd F) |
Depth Courses
Depth courses are designed to provide detailed knowledge of bioinformatics and computational biology. Students will complete 6 credits of depth courses in the chosen focus area and 3 credits in the other area (9 credits).
Research & Thesis
Students will conduct research and thesis work that leads to significant and original contributions to science.
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BCB 500 | Research and Thesis | 10 credits |
Graduate Seminar
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BCB 501 | Seminar | 2 credits |