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Bioinformatics and Computational Biology, B.S.

SUNY Old Westbury · Old Westbury, NY

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Program
Award
B.S.
Credential class
ceterms:BachelorDegree
Catalog edition
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Checklist type
degree-program
Description
Return to: Academic Departments The B.S. in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (B&CB) degree is an interdisciplinary program designed to provide a firm foundation in math, scientific computing and natural sciences with advanced coursework and research in bioinformatics to provide students with the skills necessary to solve biological problems using programming and computers. The program integrates the topics of applied mathematics, computer science and biology, thereby preparing students for specialties as diverse as genetics, proteomics, computational science, evolutionary biology, and microbiology.The degree prepares students for graduate programs in bioinformatics or other STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) fields, as well as for immediate entry into the STEM work force. The employment outlook for graduates with skills in computer science, statistics and biology is very strong. Consistent with the University’s mission, an important impact of this program is to develop biological applications to solve societal problems, e.g. developing therapeutic targets to cure cancer or understanding the impact of climate change on biodiversity, and to promote a diverse workforce in STEM.
Identifiers
IPEDS UNITID
196237
CourseShelf checklist
CK_196237_9fcbed68
CollegeTransfer.Net
Institution Transfer Profile
Source
CourseShelf publish 61

Requirements to complete

Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.

Requirements for a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology

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    Liberal Education Curriculum

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      Science Foundation Courses

      12 items
      1. BS 2400
        Basic Biosciences I
        Not resolved to a course
        3
      2. BS 2401
        Basic Biosciences I Lab
        Not resolved to a course
        1
      3. BS 2410
        Basic Biosciences II
        Not resolved to a course
        3
      4. BS 2411
        Basic Biosciences II Lab
        Not resolved to a course
        1
      5. CP 2120
        Principles of Chemistry I
        Not resolved to a course
        3
      6. CP 2121
        Principles of Chemistry Lab I
        Not resolved to a course
        1
      7. CP 2130
        Principles of Chemistry II
        Not resolved to a course
        3
      8. CP 2131
        Principles of Chemistry Lab II
        Not resolved to a course
        1
      9. PX 2000
        Physics 1, Algebra-based
        Not resolved to a course
        3
      10. MA 2310
        Calculus & Analytic Geometry I
        Not resolved to a course
        4
      11. CS 2510
        Computer Programming I
        Not resolved to a course
        4
      12. CS 2511
        Computer Programming II
        Not resolved to a course
        4

      Math, Chemistry and Computer Science Courses

      5 items
      1. CP 3300
        Organic Chemistry I
        Not resolved to a course
        3
      2. CS 3810
        Data Structures and Algorithms
        Not resolved to a course
        4
      3. CS 4550
        Database Management Systems
        Not resolved to a course
        4
      4. MA 3030
        Discrete Mathematics
        Not resolved to a course
        4
      5. MA 3210
        Introduction to Probability and Statistics
        Not resolved to a course
        4

      Upper Division Biology Requirements

      10 items
      1. BS 3910
        Intro to Bioinformatics
        Not resolved to a course
        4
      2. BS 3530
        Comparative Genomics
        Not resolved to a course
        4
      3. BS 5400
        Senior Seminar
        Not resolved to a course
        4
      4. BS 4400
        Cell Biology
        Not resolved to a course
        or: BS 4460 - Genetics
        or: BS 4560 - Molecular Biology
        4
      5. BS or CS Electives - choose three from the list below
        Not resolved to a course
        12
      6. BS 4440
        Evolution
        Not resolved to a course
        4
      7. BS 4470
        Ecology
        Not resolved to a course
        4
      8. BS 4474
        Microbial Ecology
        Not resolved to a course
        4
      9. BS 5590
        Advanced Research
        Not resolved to a course
        4
      10. CS 4400
        Artificial Intelligence
        Not resolved to a course
        4

      General Electives

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