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    Lipscomb University, Nashville

    Bachelor in Computational Biology

    United States4 yearsTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

    Why students choose this program

    • Taught in English
    • Applications currently open

    Introduction

    Lipscomb University in Nashville is a private Christian liberal arts university founded in 1891, combining rigorous academics with a values-based campus culture. The university offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs, with particular strengths in business, education and nursing. Small class sizes, faculty mentorship and an emphasis on service and leadership help students develop professional skills alongside ethical and civic awareness.

    The College of Business is accredited by AACSB and provides practical career preparation in accounting, finance and management, while the College of Education and the College of Nursing are known for strong clinical and practicum components that connect students to K-12 schools and healthcare providers. Lipscomb encourages experiential learning through community engagement programs, internships in Nashvilles diverse economy and opportunities to participate in research, entrepreneurship and applied projects in collaboration with local organizations.

    Campus life blends historic architecture and green spaces with modern facilities, student organizations and NCAA Division I athletics, creating a balanced environment for study and personal growth. International students find dedicated support services, campus housing, and programming to ease cultural transition and build networks. Located in Nashville, a dynamic music and business hub, Lipscomb gives students academic rigor, practical experience and access to professional pathways in a welcoming, student-centered setting.

    About the Program

    The Bachelor in Computational Biology is for students who want to use computers to help us understand biology. It's a Bachelor degree that takes a few years to complete and is taught in English.

    This program will help you learn about programming, data analysis, and biology. You'll get to work on projects that combine these subjects, which will help you develop skills like problem-solving and critical thinking.

    After graduating, you could work as a bioinformatics specialist, computational biologist, or research scientist. You might work in a hospital, university, or company that focuses on genetics or biotechnology.

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    English Test Requirement

    This program asks forIELTS 6.5-7.5. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

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    79–93
    PTE Academic
    58–64
    CEFR level
    B2
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