Healthcare & Life SciencesGrowing Study ProspectsBachelor

Molecular Genetics

Also known as: Genomics, Genetic Biology

A program that focuses on the scientific study of genetic structures and mechanisms of organisms, including bacteria, phages, and viruses. Includes instruction in the replication, expression, transfer, structure, maintenance, and stability of heritable information in DNA, RNA, and proteins; the reg
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High School Preparation

Required Subjects

BiologyChemistryMathematics (Pre-Calculus or higher)

Recommended GPA

3.5-4.0

Advanced Courses (AP/IB/Honors)

  • AP Biology
  • AP Chemistry
  • IB Biology HL

Core Subjects

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Career Prospects

Growing Study Prospects
Graduates can pursue roles as research scientists in academic or industrial labs, clinical geneticists, or biotechnologists. Opportunities exist in pharmaceutical companies, diagnostic labs, and government regulatory agencies.

Impact of AI on this Study

AI is transforming molecular genetics by accelerating genomic data analysis, drug discovery, and personalized medicine. It enables rapid identification of genetic variations, prediction of protein structures, and optimization of experimental design.