Major Highlight: Bioinformatics & Computational Biology

As many of our readers are aware, WPI is well known for our strengths in engineering, science, and business. Over time, WPI has created interdisciplinary programs that integrate these areas and create powerful collaborations that centralize thought and research expertise into distinct programs. One of WPI’s newest programs is Bioinformatics & Computational Biology (BCB), which spans both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees.

Students in the undergraduate BCB program benefit from a strong curriculum that provides a foundation in math, biology, and computer science as they learn to use immense amounts of patient-focused data to improve healthcare. Core classes cover bioinformatics, data mining, and statistical methods in genetics, and students also take a number of electives in related areas and undertake a Major Qualifying Project prior to graduation.

At the graduate level, BCB majors study from a similar interdisciplinary course distribution with an even deeper exploration into relevant research areas. Work in biovisualization, analytical methods, and bioinformatics creates a strong talent pool for employers that work in the areas of bioinformatics and genomics. BCB is another example of WPI’s commitment to identifying market needs to better prepare students to make an impact when they enter the workforce.