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Computer Science, Pre-medical Bioinformatics Concentration, B.A.

Program Overview

The B.A. in Computer Science with a concentration in Pre-medical Bioinformatics is designed for students who want to position themselves at the cutting edge of medicine, biotechnology and data-driven science. This program prepares students with the scientific foundation required for medical school, while also equipping them with advanced computational skills that open doors to diverse career paths in healthcare, biomedical research, biotechnology, and artificial intelligence. Planning should be done in consultation with an academic advisor to tailor the program to each student’s professional goals.

Program Contact

Alex Dornburg

Associate Professor of Bioinformatics

adornbur@charlotte.edu

Computing and Informatics Honors Program

Want to take your education to the next level? Eligible students can apply for the Computing and Informatics Honors Program for additional coursework to graduate with honors.

Computer Science, Pre-medical Bioinformatics Concentration, B.A. at a Glance

This concentration includes lab-based and non-lab science courses that fulfill both general education and major requirements, including introductory chemistry, physics and bioinformatics courses.

Delivery
On-Campus
Credit Hours
120 Credit Hours for Degree, 23 for Major, 61 for Concentration

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