Students in these programs master the foundational principles of
biochemistry and cell/molecular biology; understand the mechanisms
by which the scientific process advances the state of knowledge in
biology; and effectively communicate ideas and experimental
results.
Learning Objectives
The program will prepare graduates to:
Master the foundational principles of
biochemistry and cell/molecular biology.
- Demonstrate knowledge of basic principles of biochemistry and
cell/molecular biology.
- Demonstrate the ability to describe the integrated function of
biological systems.
Demonstrate the ability to extend beyond
foundational knowledge to an understanding of the mechanisms by
which the scientific process advances the state of knowledge in
biology.
- Read and interpret current biological literature
- Formulate scientific hypotheses
- Design hypothesis-driven experiments
- Analyze and interpret data
- Apply classroom knowledge in experimental contexts
- Execute proposed experiments
Effectively communicate hypothetical
scientific ideas and experimental results:
- Write cogently about science
- Apply methods of logical argument
- Speak cogently about science
- Collaborate effectively as a team when appropriate
Graduate
Admission
St. John’s University
8000 Utopia Parkway
Queens, NY 11439
1 (888) 9STJOHNS
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