Molecular Biology and Genetics (MBG)
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Understanding the Genetics of Microorganisms
Join an Innovative Field
Discover how significant advances in molecular and cellular biology can be applied to gene therapy, genetic testing, biopharmaceuticals and crop production.
Gain Hands-on Experience
Undergraduate laboratories will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge needed to perform basic procedures commonly used in the field of molecular biology and genetics.
Participate in Research Projects
Participate in research projects with professors to gain additional hands-on training for a career in this exciting field.
Why Molecular Biology and Genetics?
In this major, you will study how molecular mechanisms and genetic deviation lead to changes, expression and evolution of populations, molecular roles in the cellular process and gene regulation, all while gaining experience designing and implementing experimental procedure in gene analysis, manipulation and more.
Students in the Molecular Biology and Genetics MBG program may also be interested in studying Biological Science, Biological Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or other majors.
Gain Valuable Experience Through Co-op
Molecular Biology and Genetics co-op is a five-year program, which includes four work terms. and helps to provide invaluable experience in hands-on, scientific settings, providing skills and experience to boost your resume and fast-track your career.
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