Undeclared - Science and Technology Option
Greater roles, greater opportunities
Bioinformatics and computer science continue to be fast-growing fields offering numerous opportunities. Bioinformatics is playing an ever-increasing role in various areas in healthcare, while computer science touches virtually every field. If you’re considering a career in technologically oriented healthcare, the University’s undeclared science and technology program offers outstanding preparation.
Careers
Bioinformatics specialists are already in great demand, especially in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, and the rapid growth of the profession is expected to continue. Career areas include:
- DNA sequencing technicians and analysts
- Genomic database managers
- Bioinformatic programmers
- Genetic engineers
- The computer science industry
- Academic and government research
- Medicine
Nearly every profession relies on professionals with computer experience. The pharmaceutical and healthcare industries demand employees with this specialized expertise. A bachelor’s in computer science with a concentration in a health science offers you a wide range of career possibilities:
- Managers and researchers at HMOs use sophisticated software to make economic decisions about health care.
- Pharmaceutical companies rely on computers to develop new and life-prolonging medications for society.
- With a degree in computer science, you are not limited to just the health industry, but can apply your knowledge to any field.
Curriculum
First-year students in the undeclared science and technology option take coursework that
First Year
General Biology I, II
Computer Programming I
Computer Programming II (spring) or Principles of Chemistry I, II and Principles of Chemistry Laboratory I, II (spring and summer)
Writing and Rhetoric I, II
Mathematical Analysis I, II
Physical Education I, II
Undeclared Orientation I