The academic requirements for cellular and molecular biology making represent a specialized course of study within the larger context of a diverse liberal arts education. Not only are these requirements designed to provide a focused and rigorous approach to the core concepts of the discipline, but they also allow ample opportunities for exploration in other subjects and departments throughout the university. By studying cellular and molecular biology at DePauw, you will develop comprehensive expertise in your field while enjoying the benefits of a well-rounded education.
8.5 BIO + CHEM 120 + 3 MATH and/or CSC
BIO 101; BIO 102; CHEM 120; BIO 241 or BIO 250; BIO 315.
4 BIO courses including:
3 courses chosen from the following Computer Science and Math courses: CSC 121, CSC 122, CSC 232, CSC 233, MATH 123, MATH 141, MATH 151, MATH 152, MATH 251, MATH 341
No more than two courses from off-campus programs can count toward the major.
Minimum of 3 BIO (not including BIO 450)
BIO 450 completion with a grade of C- or better, or half credit BIO 490 research in a CMB area.
The CSC and MATH courses requirement may be fulfilled as follow: 3 CSC, or 3 MATH, or 2 CSC + 1 MATH, or 1 CSC + 2 MATH. BIO 375, BIO 325, BIO 381 are recommended electives. Students may take BIO 375 and MATH 141, however BIO 375 may not be substituted for one of the Math requirements, or vice versa. BIO 490 half credit research or more recommended in a CMB area, may be counted as upper level elective for the major. Interdisciplinary project with Math or Computer Science is encouraged.
See Biology major for students entering Fall 2014 and after.
Leveraging the resources of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the cellular and molecular biology major at DePauw is housed in the Department of Biology. This department introduces students to the methodology of science while providing a broad exposure to the diversity of life at all levels.
