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Cellular & Molecular Biology

Overview

Many of the most important discoveries in science in the last 60 years have taken place in the fields of cellular and molecular biology. Because of the complexity of life at this level, students in our Cellular & Molecular Biology emphasis enjoy some of the most challenging courses in the biology major. Graduates may move into in-demand and rapidly growing careers in medicine and health, scientific research, forensic science, drug manufacture and design, and other fields in a wide array of industries.

TMU’s School of SMT&H is committed to producing biology students who exhibit academic excellence and who bear exemplary witness to Christ. Holding firm to the truth and inerrancy of Scripture, The Master’s University teaches all classes with the unshakeable foundation of the Bible. Students will graduate ready to go on to the next step in their scientific careers, defend their faith as equipped and intellectual workers, and break new ground in their fields.

  • • Top local and national internships and career opportunities
  • • Options to study abroad in Israel, Italy, and 10+ GO! locations
  • • Receive mentorship and guidance from faculty advisors
  • • Complete 20+ Bible units or a Bible minor
  • • Eligible for all undergraduate scholarships and aid

Potential Careers

Medicine and Health
Drug Manufacture and Design
Agriculture and Related Industries
Forensic Science (Crime Lab Science)
Microbiology Lab Technician
Scientific Writing or Reporting

Questions about a potential career? Visit our Student Career Center.

Notable Alumni

Abby Talavera-Castanoli, ‘19. Alfredo Roesadi, ‘07. Alison Brown, ‘09. Amber Kaiser, ‘11. Hannah Dupea, 12. Kate Alfaro, ‘21. Laura San Nicolas, ‘21. Matthew Christie, ‘12. Nancy Lewis, ‘73.

Nicole Nitaki, '16

Biological and Physical Sciences

PhD, UC San Diego Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

We hold Christ and Scripture as inerrant and above all else. Everything is interpreted through that lens without compromise. This means the bible is the foundation for science, not science for the bible.

Dr. Joe Francis, Dean of the School of Science

Next Steps: Applying

Since 1927, the mission of The Master’s University is to empower students for a life of enduring commitment to Christ, biblical fidelity, moral integrity, intellectual growth, and lasting contribution to the Kingdom of God worldwide.

Requirements:

  • Required statement of faith and pastoral recommendation
  • 3.6 GPA average for new applications

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