Molecular and Cell Biology

molecular and cell biology

WHAT IS MOLECULAR AND CELL BIOLOGY (MCB)?

This major is part of the BEP Exploration Group

MCB Major Website

Molecular and cell biologists study molecular aspects of various cellular structures and processes. Their work can vary from finding cures to various diseases to developing therapeutic drugs to working on stem cell research and many other areas within the medical development field. A molecular and cell biologist may also find him- or herself working on research that involves cloning, gene expression, cell growth and development, and other types of laboratory work. Recording and analyzing various types of data is an important part of working as a molecular and cell biologist and will often be a part of one’s job.

This B.S. program is suitable for students with interests that integrate the organismal, cellular and subcellular levels of biology, including the areas of biochemistry, cell biology, developmental biology, genetics and genomics, and microbiology, as well as their applications in biotechnology and medical science.

Declaration, Major Requirements, and Courses

HOW TO DECLARE:

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MAJOR REQUIREMENTS:

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HELPFUL INTRO COURSES:

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BIOL 1107 - Principles of Biology (Major Requirement)

CHEM 1127Q - General Chemistry (Major Requirement)

MCB 2210 - Cell Biology (Major Requirement)

MCB 2400 - Human Genetics (Major Requirement)

MCB 2410 - Genetics (Major Requirement)

Possible Career Opportunities

COMMON CAREER PATHS:

UConn students who major in Molecular and Cell Biology (MCB) often pursue careers with a focus on medical development based in the molecular aspects of cellular structures and processes. Common examples include but are not limited to careers in: 

- Analytical chemistry
- Bioinformatics
- Clinical research
- Computational biology
- Genetic counseling
- Laboratory sciences
- Medical affairs
- Medicine
- Pharmacology
- Product development
- Research and development 

                    COMMON AREAS OF GRADUATE STUDY:

                    MCB majors who go on to pursue graduate studies pursue a wide variety of master’s, doctoral, and/or professional degrees based on their interests. Common examples include but are not limited to degrees in: 

                    - Biochemistry
                    - Biomedical sciences or engineering
                    - Immunology
                    - Medicine
                    - Microbiology
                    - Molecular biology
                    - Pharmacy 

                    ADDITIONAL CAREER RESOURCES:

                    For additional examples of careers and graduate studies that UConn alumni have pursued, visit the UConn alumni search on LinkedIn. 

                    For further insight beyond the journeys of UConn alumni, visit Zippia or “What Can I do with this Major?” 

                    Related Minors

                    MCB Minor