This certificate program teaches you how to use data to understand biological systems and the relationships that shape them. You’ll learn how to analyze complex datasets and reveal the patterns behind living systems.
Additionally, in this program, you’ll:
- Apply computational tools to life sciences data.
- Build on your life sciences knowledge.
- Gain sought-after data analysis skills.
- Learn how to apply data science to life sciences data.
- Practice combining and analyzing life sciences data types.
- Study genomics experimental design.
After completing this certificate, you’ll understand these new life sciences data formats, be able to discuss the ethical implications of biological data and apply computational tools to life sciences data.
Earn a master’s degree through stackable certificates
This graduate certificate can stand alone or serve as a main certificate toward a Master of Advanced Study. To complete the degree, you’ll stack a second 15-credit graduate certificate. This opportunity allows you to design a program tailored to your career goals and interests.
When admitted, connect with your academic advisor about stackable MAS options.
The well-paid, in-demand jobs you’ll be prepared for
This program prepares you for some of the fastest-growing jobs in the country.
- According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics (BLS), the employment of data scientists is projected to grow 36% from 2023-2033. And these roles had a median annual wage of 108,020 as of May 2023.
- Similarly, the BLS projects employment of computer and information research scientists to grow 26% during that same time range. And the median annual wage for these roles was $145,080 as of May 2023.
Arizona State University’s online graduate certificate in computational life sciences centers around the intersection of data science, statistics and biology. In this program, you’ll learn how to combine and analyze life sciences data types, study life sciences data formats and discuss the ethical implications of collecting, analyzing and sharing biological data. This graduate certificate complements a variety of bachelor’s degree programs, such as data science, biology, biochemistry, chemistry, mathematics and biomedical engineering.
You’ll take one required course and five elective courses. For the electives, you’ll have the opportunity to choose courses from a wide range of topics, including biometry, computation in neuroscience, ecological modeling, software carpentry and genomic analysis. Through these courses, you’ll gain marketable skills and expand your skill set.
From Royal Society and American Academy Fellows to Marshall and Barry Goldwater Scholarship recipients, The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is home to prestigious students and faculty members who include:
- Fulbright American Scholars.
- Guggenheim Fellows.
- MacArthur Fellows.
- Nobel laureates.
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences takes a transdisciplinary approach to education with a vast spectrum of degrees in the social sciences, natural sciences and humanities. We inspire students to become socially aware critical thinkers and global citizens.
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Applicants to the computational life sciences graduate certificate program must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Applicants must have a minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA in the last 60 hours of their bachelor's program. Alternatively, applicants must have a minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA in an applicable master's program.
All applicants must submit:
- Graduate admission application and application fee.
- Official transcripts.
- Personal statement.
- Up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume.
An applicant whose native language is not English (regardless of current residency) must provide proof of English proficiency.
The personal statement should be one to two pages about your previous experience in computational life sciences and future career goals.
Students enrolled in this certificate are eligible to receive financial aid.
No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.