Bachelor of Science in
Computer Science - Bioinformatics

Program Overview

ORU offers a degree in Computer Science with a concentration in Bioinformatics. Bioinformatics is the field of science that involves the use of computer technology to store, analyze, and interpret biological data. It is a rapidly growing field that has applications in many areas of biology, including genetics, medicine, and agriculture. Bioinformatics combines biology, computer science, and information technology to study and understand the vast amounts of data generated by experiments in the life sciences. The goal of bioinformatics is to use this data to better understand the underlying mechanisms of living organisms and to develop new ways to diagnose and treat diseases.

Bioinformatics was created in response to the growing amount of biological data being generated by experiments in the life sciences. The field emerged as a way to use computational tools and techniques to analyze and interpret this data, and to better understand the underlying mechanisms of living organisms.

Bioinformatics emerged in the 1960s and 1970s as a way to analyze the large amounts of data generated by the Human Genome Project and other large-scale biological research efforts. In the decades since then, the field has continued to evolve and expand, driven by advances in technology and the growing amount of biological data being generated by research.

Today, Bioinformatics is an important part of many areas of biological research, and has applications in fields ranging from medicine and drug development to agriculture and environmental science. The field continues to grow and evolve, and is an essential part of modern biology.

Above all, our unique mission to develop Holy Spirit-empowered leaders through Whole Person Education can set you apart as an inspiring Bioinformatics professional called to make a difference. You’ll experience a life-transforming education that will prepare you for a career in today’s complex technology-rich world.

Our commitment to equip Spirit-empowered leaders is why you can graduate from this program fully prepared to lead with purpose. The ORU Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Bioinformatics will empower and challenge you to do your finest work!

 

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

Graduates of the program will have an ability to:

1. Secure computing positions that will lead to successful careers in industry, government, academia, or will successfully pursue an advanced degree in a chosen field.
2. Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.
3. Communicate and work effectively with people with diverse backgrounds.
4. Graduates will engage in lifelong learning and professional development.
5. Graduates will demonstrate sensitivity to their Creator and be able to apply Christian principles of stewardship and discipline in their personal lives, being committed to professional and ethical standards of responsibility.

 

WHAT MAKES ORU's COMPUTER SCIENCE - bioinformatics PROGRAM STANDOUT?

In addition to the classical Computer Science program design, ORU has myriad undergraduate research efforts for students to participate in. These efforts are full-scale, challenging problems that require long-term activity to achieve progress. They also require the utilization of the ORU Research Computing and Analytics facility's supercomputer, Titan. Students can participate at any level of activity and gain valuable real-world problem-solving skills as well as real-world experience in using state-of-the-art, high performance computing and AI resources.

STUDENT OUTCOMES EXPECTED BY GRADUATION

The program enables students to achieve, by the time of graduation:

• Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
• Design, implement and evaluate a computing-based solution meeting computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
• Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
• Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
• Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
• Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.

 

What about accreditation?

As a university, we meet the accreditation standards set by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).

Are there scholarships available?

Nearly 100% of our full-time, undergraduate residential students receive ORU grants and scholarships through academic achievement and through ORU’s premier scholarship opportunity of our Quest Whole Leader Scholarship. To learn more about financial aid, click here.