When you earn your Bachelor of Arts in Biology
from Webster University, you’ll gain a broad skill set that will help you build
an impactful career in and outside the field of science that may translate to
professional careers like environmental lawyer or researcher, or serve as the
first step before entering medical school. A Bachelor of Arts in Biology with a
focus on Bioinformatics integrates biology, computer science, and mathematics
to analyze and interpret biological data. The program typically includes: Molecular
Biology, Genetics, and Cell Biology. Bioinformatics-Specific Courses:
Computational Biology, Genomics, Proteomics, and Algorithm Development. Programming
and Data Analysis: Learning coding languages like Python, R, or MATLAB for
biological data analysis. Mathematics and Statistics: Courses in calculus,
probability, and statistical methods for handling large datasets. Research and
Practical Applications: Hands-on projects in areas like personalized medicine,
drug discovery, and evolutionary studies. This interdisciplinary program equips
students with the skills to work in fields such as genomics, biotechnology, and
biomedical research.
Career Path
Biology (BA): Bioinformatics Career Path List Bioinformatics
Scientist, Computational Biologist, Genomics Data Analyst, Biostatistician, Biomedical
Data Scientist, Proteomics Researcher, Bioinformatics Software Developer, Clinical
Data Manager, Pharmaceutical Data Analyst, Systems Biologist, Research
Associate (Bioinformatics).
