Healthcare & Life SciencesGrowing Study ProspectsBachelor

Gene/Genetic Therapy

Also known as: Genetic Engineering, Molecular Gene Therapy

A program that focuses on the application of genetics to the therapeutic treatment of diseases and inherited abnormalities through the targeted modification of gene expression, and prepares individuals to administer genetic therapies. Includes instruction in medical genetics, genome analysis, pharm
Gene TherapyGenetic EngineeringMedical GeneticsGenomicsBiotechnologyHealthcareLife SciencesBiomedical ResearchMedical CareersRehabilitation

High School Preparation

Required Subjects

BiologyChemistryMathematicsPhysics

Recommended GPA

3.5-4.0

Advanced Courses (AP/IB/Honors)

  • AP Biology
  • AP Chemistry
  • IB Biology HL

Core Subjects

Click on "i" to learn more about each subject

Career Prospects

Growing Study Prospects
Graduates can work as genetic therapists, research scientists, clinical trial coordinators, or biotechnologists. Opportunities exist in hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, academic research institutions, and biotech startups, focusing on developing and applying gene-based treatments.

Impact of AI on this Study

AI significantly accelerates gene therapy research by enabling rapid analysis of complex genomic data, predicting gene function, and optimizing therapeutic strategies. It assists in drug discovery, personalized medicine development, and identifying disease targets with unprecedented efficiency.