Molecular Medicine Major

Description: A program that focuses on the scientific study of the molecular and cellular basis of disease, and the application of this knowledge to the development of new clinical and diagnostic tools, medications, and therapies. Includes instruction in cell biology, molecular biology, physiology, pharmacology, biochemistry, genetics, pathology, molecular immunology, research and quantitative methods, and biomedical research computing. Is Molecular Medicine the right major for you?
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Molecular Medicine Major

What Courses Do Molecular Medicine Majors Take?

The required and elective courses you would take for Molecular Medicine majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.