Preparing scientists to harness and apply the power of data to understand the complexities of human biology
Curriculum
Year one requirements
| Term | Required courses | Other requirements |
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| Late summer |
New student orientation (homework as advised by orientation week student leaders) May include
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Fall term |
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Complete First Rotation (BMI 223) QBC Journal Club Faculty research talks BBC Seminars Program Retreats (BMI 222) Student Research Talks |
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Winter term |
Required: BMI 203 Algorithms And select one of the below keeping in mind that the specific courses change annually:
Grad 214 RCR Ethics |
Complete Second Rotation QBC Journal Club Seminars (BMI 222) Student Research Talks |
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Spring term |
3 mini courses Grad 214 RCR Ethics |
Complete third rotation QBC Journal Club Seminars |
Notes
- Orientation Week: Two-week immersion that provides basic competency and breadth before the start of the formal curriculum. Fosters group cohesion while breaking down barriers of scientific communication and provides a level playing field.
- Rotations: 3 ten-week rotations starting Fall quarter. It is recommended that students participate in at least 1 experimental and 1 computational rotation but not required. Details: Rotations and Advisor Selection.
- Mini courses: Two-week elective courses in Spring that allow for diversification of curriculum. Each student will take 3 mini courses in spring quarter.
- Advising: Rotations and coursework must be approved by your assigned academic advisor.
Additional year one requirements
| Course | Course information | Description |
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Lab rotations |
BMI 221 Fall/Winter/Spring 3 units each, 3 rotations |
3 ten - week rotations (one per quarter) Details: Rotations and Advisor Selection. |
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QBC Journal Club |
BMI 223 Fall/winter/spring 1 unit |
Journal club presentations by first- and second-year students in Biological and Medical Informatics, Biophysics, CCB, and PSPG graduate programs. |
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Graduate research opportunities Faculty-student talks |
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| Grant Writing | NA | Support for fellowship applications |
Additional requirements for the duration of your time in the program
| Course | Course information | Description |
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Research Seminars |
BMI 220 Fall/winter/spring 1 unit |
Research seminars presented by visiting scientists |
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Student Research Talks |
BMI 222 Fall/winter |
All students in years 2+ present research updates |
| QBC Retreat | NA | All students are required to attend the Fall QBC Retreat |
Year two requirements
| Course | Course information | Description |
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Must complete by end of second year |
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Research (every quarter, year two and forward) |
BMI 250 Fall/winter/spring 1-8 units |
Research in your thesis lab; sign up every quarter in years two to six |
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Teaching Assistantship |
Fall/winter/or spring |
One quarter teaching assistant position in Biological and Medical Informatics or School of Pharmacy |
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QBC Journal Club |
BMI 223 Fall/winter/spring 1 unit |
Journal club presentations by first- and second-year students in the Biological and Medical Informatics, Biophysics, CCB, and PSPG programs Details: QBC Journal Club Requirements |
| QBC Retreat | NA | All students are required to attend the Fall QBC Retreat |
Year three requirements and beyond
| Course | Course information | Description |
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Advancement to candidacy |
Within 6 months following qualifying examination |
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| Semi-Annual thesis meetings, year three forward | Typically April and October, annually | Thesis meetings are to be held twice per year following completion of oral examination |
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Those who have not graduated by Winter of 6th year must retake Ethical Conduct of Science |
Neuroscience 214 Spring 1 unit |
Ethical Conduct of Science must be taken once every 4 years |
| QBC Retreat | NA | All students are required to attend the Fall QBC Retreat |
Details: Advancement to candidacy and thesis progression.
Students are expected to graduate within six years of starting the program. Details: Six-year policy. In order to graduate you must submit your thesis to the Graduate Division and give a thesis seminar. Extending time in the program beyond six years is subject to the approval of the Biological and Medical Informatics Executive Committee.
