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Molecular Biology - STEM 5-year B.S./M.S.

 

Biotechnology and molecular biology research integrate and apply science and mathematics to real-world problems. Kean biotechnology students study in state-of-the-art facilities and prepare for successful careers in the sciences.

The program's core curriculum features hands-on laboratory courses designed to reinforce classroom learning. Students will earn both their bachelor's and master's degrees in this accelerated five-year program, laying the groundwork for a  future designing biomedical equipment and devices, implementing new procedures and conducting research to solve clinical and engineering challenges. 

STEM research graduates have thriving careers in research and development, pharmaceuticals, medicine, biotechnology, software, computing and marketing, advancing science and society through their work.

 

 

 

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Kean biotechnology and molecular biology professor Dil Ramanathan, Ph.D.

Dil Ramanathan, Ph.D., assistant professor in the School of Integrative Science and Technology (SIST) at Kean University, was named a 2017 Inspiring Leader in STEM.

What You Learn

Earn your bachelor's degree in the first four years and a master's degree in biotechnology sciences in the fifth year.

  • Pursue advanced coursework and apply scientific and mathematical principles to laboratory technique and real-world projects
  • Benefit from a program that integrates science with applied mathematics to solve the biomedical and engineering challenges of the future
  • Conduct professional caliber research, possibly leading to patent and publication, in state-of-the-art laboratories and dynamic classroom environments

Program Information

B.S. in Science and Technology Molecular Biology | M.S. Biotechnology Sciences

Curriculum Sheets and 4-Year Plans

Admission Requirements

List of Minimum Requirements for B.S. and M.S. degree

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