Molecular biosciences and biotechnology encompasses many of the cutting-edge disciplines in life sciences research. Biotechnology is an exciting, rapidly growing field with major applications in agriculture ("green" biotechnology leading to improved crops or production of vaccines in plants), health care ("red" biotechnology leading to better therapeutics, diagnostics and personalized medicine) and industry ("white" biotechnology leading to sustainable production of energy, enzymes and chemicals). Our molecular biosciences and biotechnology degree program is differentiated from the other life sciences majors by its focus on the interface between molecular biology and biotechnology. This interface drives many of our major advancements in knowledge and in applied research and development, like the development of next-generation biomedical products or biofuels. Other hallmarks of this program are the focus on hands-on research and the capstone course with both science and business or entrepreneurial components. Additional Program Fee: Yes Second Language Requirement: No First Required Math Course: MAT 251 - Calculus for Life Sciences. Program Math Intensity:program math intensity substantial Substantial

The molecular biosciences and biotechnology degree program provides excellent background and training for a growing number of careers that incorporate this innovative area of the molecular life sciences. Independent research and courses with classroom plus lab components result in a solid basis of knowledge and practical expertise in biotechnology and the molecular biosciences providing many options for further education or for entering the workforce. After graduation, many molecular biosciences and biotechnology students enter graduate programs in a molecular biosciences and biotechnology related area, but a number of students also enroll in medical school or other health-related professional programs or in other advanced programs. Students also have the knowledge and technical skills to enter the biotechnology workforce in an area matching their expertise and interest. The molecular biosciences and biotechnology program has a faculty mentoring program, which provides students with the opportunity to speak with faculty regarding career choices, selection and timeline of major courses and of independent research projects, and much more. Example Careers: Students who complete this degree program may be prepared for the following careers. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions. Career examples include but are not limited to the following: *growth *median salary Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary 15.12% $74,110 Clinical Research Coordinators Bright OutlookBright Outlook 15.45% $114,770 Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists Bright Outlook 40.36% $76,130 Molecular and Cellular Biologists Bright Outlook 18.76% $70,790 Natural Sciences Managers Green OccupationGreen 15.45% $114,770 Water Resource Specialists Green Occupation Bright Outlook 15.45% $114,770