Biophysics Major

Biophysicists aim (i) to understand biological systems from the perspective of physical laws and models, and (ii) to study biological systems using physical techniques. The Biophysics major at Marquette is a rigorous program involving a core education in physics, biology, and chemistry, along with integrated biophysics courses and an exciting range of electives and experimental & research opportunities.

Students who poses the following qualities should consider pursing a biophysics degree at Marquette:

• Are curious about how biological systems work

• Like to explore the natural world with a logical and imaginative mind

• Enjoy computing, modeling, and hands-on research

• Seek a rigorous and varied major that you can tailor to your interests

• Design, build, and employ research and medical instruments for spectroscopy, imaging, structure determination, and radiation therapy.

• Detect, purify, characterize, design, and image chemicals and materials.

• Understand and modify microorganisms and, in turn, local and global cycles for water, energy, nutrients, and pollutants.

Biophysics is a rigorous major with experimental, theoretical, fundamental, and applied aspects. As such, it is an excellent foundation for careers in scientific research & administration, industry & manufacturing, sales & marketing, law & policy, medicine & healthcare, teaching, business & finance, and the environment.