Cell/Molecular Biology

Overview

Some of the greatest advances in medicine, food production and immunology are happening at the molecular level. A concentration in cell and molecular biology will prepare you for graduate and professional programs in areas such as genetics, microbiology, immunology and medicine. Graduates also use their undergraduate training to go directly into careers in laboratory research, education and much more.

If you’re considering graduate professional programs such as medicine, pharmacy, optometry, dentistry or other health sciences, this concentration might be a great fit for you.

What You’ll Learn

This concentration creates a strong biology base while exposing you to a variety of techniques and independent research opportunities related to the fields of cell and molecular biology.

Coursework in the cell/molecular biology concentration includes immunology, microbiology, and laboratory techniques in biochemistry and cell/molecular biology, beyond the typical course requirements for a biology major. Students interested in cell and molecular biology would also greatly benefit from a minor in chemistry to broaden their understanding of this field.

Unique Opportunities

At UW-Superior, you will have undergraduate research opportunities under the guidance of accomplished faculty. Choose your own areas of focus or participate in faculty-led studies. You’ll enjoy:

• Laboratories equipped with the latest research technology.
• Freshwater research opportunities with nationally renowned faculty researchers.
• Employment and internship opportunities at one of the nation’s leading environmental research laboratories, the Lake Superior Research Institute, which is located on the UW-Superior campus.