Bowie State University now offers two new master’s degree programs to meet the growing demand for skilled bioscience and computer technology professionals. Programs in Applied Biotechnology & Molecular Biology and Internet of Things & Internet Technologies will position students to take advantage of expanding workforce needs.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that computer information tech jobs will grow rapidly through 2033, with 356,000 openings yearly. Similarly, 5 percent growth is projected in the job market for biotechnology sciences professionals through 2029.
The Applied Biotechnology and Molecular Biology master’s program at Bowie State prepares students for research jobs in the biotechnology, biomedical or biopharmaceutical industries or to pursue doctoral studies in all major biosciences disciplines. This interdisciplinary field integrates bioscience and engineering to solve persistent challenges to human welfare.
“Here, students can pursue plant biotechnology, microbial biotechnology, and animal cell biotechnology all in the same place and at the same time,” said Dr. Supriyo Ray, program coordinator. First-class laboratories provide opportunities for hands-on experience with advanced technical instrumentation to hone research, discovery, and analysis skills.
With more than 500 biotechnology industries and 2,700 life sciences firms in Maryland, the demand for talented professionals with expertise in biotechnology, chemical and cellular biology, bioinformatics, and related fields continues to expand.
The Internet of Things and Internet Technologies program focuses on technology and concepts related to devices that send and receive information via the Internet. Students in this program at Bowie State will learn how to build and develop hardware and software and implement solutions to security issues associated with IoT and IT devices.
Graduates of the program will be able to diagram and build IoT machines and ecosystems models, reconstruct models to customize and maintain IoT devices and networks and investigate and weigh data-driven decisions linking current IT infrastructure to emerging IoT infrastructure.
“We’re now in a digital literacy revolution,” said Dr. Velma Latson, program coordinator. “It’s exciting to see where we’re going.” The IoT/IT program offers an online option and can be completed in 12 months with courses in 8-week sessions.
Bowie State University’s new master’s programs in Applied Biotechnology & Molecular Biology and Internet of Things & Internet Technologies deliver hands-on training and expertise in emerging technologies, preparing graduates for success in high-growth industries. Discover more and apply today at Bowie State University.