Microbiology/Cell and Molecular Biology

What does microbiology and molecular genetics include?

Microbiology/cell and molecular genetics are founded on experimentation conducted in research laboratories, hospitals and field studies. Microbiologists study how microorganisms interact with their environment, to harness their power for biotechnology. Cell and molecular biologists investigate cellular processes using genetic and biochemical analyses.

Why microbiology/cell and molecular genetics at OSU?

Microbiology/cell and molecular biology majors at OSU study how microorganisms and other cells interact with their environment and what processes happen within cells. Understanding microorganisms and other cells can lead to the advances in biotechnology and new strategies to treat diseases. Here, you will work with living organisms that span the spectrum of microbial life and animal cells that contribute to immunological responses. The Department of Microbiology/Cell and Molecular Genetics partners with various scholar programs on campus, which provides support for college preparation, connects you to various resources and nurtures your individual academic development.

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Program Details

Department: Microbiology/Cell and Molecular Biology

College: Arts and Sciences

Available At: OSU Stillwater Campus

Degree Type

Bachelor Science in Microbiology/Cell and Molecular Genetics (B.S.)

Major

Microbiology/Cell and Molecular Genetics

Major Options

Medical Laboratory Science

Pre-Medical Professional

Minors

Microbiology (MICR)

Academic Common Market

Residents of Arkansas may qualify for in-state tuition for this program through the Academic Common Market.

Career Paths

Students interested in careers in microbiology/cell and molecular biology should have broad interests in the biological sciences and an aptitude for biology and chemistry. For some areas of specialization, an aptitude for mathematics and physics is also essential. Our graduates have pursued successful careers in a variety of fields:

Medical Laboratory Scientist
Bacteriologist
Forensics
Genetics Counselor

Food and Safety Technology
Oil and Gas Industry
Biofuel Industry
Medical Lab Specialist

Highlights

Kristina Baker discusses Microbiology as her chosen major

"My favorite experience would probably be undergraduate research. I did a lot of that... and I really learned a lot and it helped prepare me for graduate school, which is the next step for me."

- Kristina Baker
Sand Springs, Oklahoma

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Degree Options

The Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics offers two degree options:

Microbiology/Cell and Molecular Biology
Medical Laboratory Science

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