The Graduate Certificate in Cell and Molecular Biology prepares students for graduate-level studies or laboratory work in cell and molecular biology. Students will be introduced to research, experimental design, and laboratory methods. Students will gain knowledge in the cellular and molecular aspects of human cell functioning and its pathophysiology. Upon graduation, students will be able to analyze and interpret the results of experiments such as cell cultures, blood tests, and tumor biomarker tests. Graduates will also be prepared to apply to graduate programs in biology and related science disciplines.
Admissions
University-wide admissions policies can be found in the Graduate Admissions Policies section of this catalog.
To apply for this program, please complete the George Mason University Admissions Application.
Applicants must possess an earned baccalaureate degree in a biological field, a chemical field, a closely related field of study, or be enrolled in the Enlisted to Medical Degree Preparatory Program (EDMP2). Additionally, applicants should hold an undergraduate GPA of 3.00.
To be considered for admission, applicants must submit the George Mason University Admissions Application, all undergraduate transcript(s), three letters of recommendation, and a statement of interest.
Policies
Students may not enroll initially in any College of Science master's or doctoral program and later transfer into this certificate program.
For policies governing all graduate programs, see AP.6 Graduate Policies.
Premium Tuition
This certificate charges students a differential tuition rate of $100 per credit hour, which is added to the standard graduate tuition rate (regardless of in or out of state status).
Certificate Requirements
Total credits: 15
This certificate may be pursued on a full-or part-time basis.
Students should refer to the Admissions & Policies tab for specific policies related to this program.
Core Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIOL 566 | Cancer Genomics | 3 |
| BIOL 682 | Advanced Eukaryotic Cell Biology | 3 |
| BIOL 691 | Current Topics in Biology (when the topic is "Creativity and Innovation” ) | 3 |
| Total Credits | 9 | |
Restricted Electives
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select at least 6 credits from the following courses. All restricted electives must be approved by an advisor. | 6 | |
| Selected Topics in Microbiology (when the topic is "Medical Microbiology") | ||
| Mammalian Neurobiology | ||
| Advanced Topics in Immunology | ||
| Personalized Medicine | ||
| Advanced Topics in Molecular Genetics | ||
| Human Genetics | ||
| General Biochemistry | ||
| Human Genetics Concepts for Health Care | ||
| Signal Transduction in Cancer | ||
| Bioinformatics Methods | ||
| Molecular Biotechnology | ||
| Total Credits | 6 | |