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Molecular Biology, Biochemistry and Bioinformatics

Program Transfer Guide
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About the Program

The molecular biology, biochemistry and bioinformatics major offers a strong foundation in three dynamic disciplines with an emphasis on real-world applications through hands-on research. The program includes core courses encompassing all three areas of the major and additional courses in a concentration that will allow you to specialize in one of those three areas. 

Molecular Biology Concentration
The molecular biology concentration examines the molecular basis of life. Molecular biology uses molecular approaches to understand the processes of living systems and has applications in all areas of biology. 

Biochemistry Concentration
The biochemistry concentration examines the molecules of life, with emphasis on the chemical structure and reactivity that shape biological function. 

Bioinformatics Concentration
The bioinformatics concentration involves the application of computer science to the study of the molecular basis of life. 

PTG Requirements

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Allegany College of Maryland Requirement
Towson University Requirement
  • Core 2: English Composition To fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum requirements, students must complete one course from each of the 14 categories.
    3 credits
    Minimum grade required: C
  • Core 3: Mathematics To fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum requirements, students must complete one course from each of the 14 categories.
    3 - 4 credits
    Take one of the following:
    Minimum grade required: C
    Minimum grade required: C
  • Core 4: Creativity and Creative Development To fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum requirements, students must complete one course from each of the 14 categories.
    3 credits
  • Core 5: Arts & Humanities To fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum requirements, students must complete one course from each of the 14 categories.
    3 credits
  • Core 6: Social and Behavioral Science To fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum requirements, students must complete one course from each of the 14 categories.
    3 credits
  • Core 7: Biological and Physical Sciences with Lab To fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum requirements, students must complete one course from each of the 14 categories. Take The Following Courses
    4 credits
    Minimum grade required: C
    Minimum grade required: C
  • Core 8: Biological and Physical Sciences (Lab and Non-Lab) To fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum requirements, students must complete one course from each of the 14 categories. Take The Following Courses
    4 credits
    Minimum grade required: C
    Minimum grade required: C
  • Core 10: Metropolitan Perspectives To fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum requirements, students must complete one course from each of the 14 categories.
    3 credits
  • Core 11: United States as a Nation To fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum requirements, students must complete one course from each of the 14 categories.
    3 credits
  • Core 12: Global Perspectives To fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum requirements, students must complete one course from each of the 14 categories.
    3 credits
  • Core 13: Diversity and Difference To fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum requirements, students must complete one course from each of the 14 categories.
    3 credits
  • Core 14: Ethical Issues & Perspectives To fulfill Towson University's Core Curriculum requirements, students must complete one course from each of the 14 categories.
    3 credits
  • Major Requirements complete the following 7 requirements
    24 credits
    Take the following
    Minimum grade required: C
    Minimum grade required: C
    Take the following
    Minimum grade required: C
    Minimum grade required: C
    No equivalency found. *
    Minimum grade required: C
    Take 1 course from the following 2
    No equivalency found. *
    Minimum grade required: C
    No equivalency found. *
    Minimum grade required: C
    No equivalency found. *
    Minimum grade required: C
    Notes: CHEM 334, CHEM 336, AND CHEM 337 must be successfully completed to receive equivalencies. Consult advisor for appropriate course recommendations.
    No equivalency found. *
    Minimum grade required: C
    No equivalency found. *
Grand Total Credits
63
*ENGL 102 and any major requirements must be completed with a C (2.0) or higher. *Core 1 Towson Seminar requirement is waived for all transfer students. *Core 9 Advanced Writing Seminar requirement must be completed at Towson University. *Students may transfer a maximum of 64 credits to Towson University.
* There is no Equivalency at Allegany College of Maryland. Check with your Advisor for an alternate course.