BS in Computational Biology

San Jose State University

The BS Computational Biology degree, offered by the Department of Biological Sciences and Department of Computer Science , prepares students for careers in the biotechnology industry including research, drug development, marketing, and management, for jobs with government agencies overseeing ecosystem management, and for graduate or professional school (PhD, MD, other health science-related programs). The program includes a strong theoretical background as well as intensive hands-on laboratory experiences.