Undergraduate Programs

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Explore our optional Concentrations in

Chemical and biological   engineering

Chemical and biological engineers have broad engineering interests that cover nearly every industry. Our optional, opt-in concentrations can help focus your degree to meet your interests and career goals.

Advanced Materials

If you are interested in creating new materials and processing technologies, our Advanced Materials concentration is perfect for you! This fundamental knowledge is grounded in understanding the relationship between the molecular structure of a material and its properties.

Use structure-property relationships governing plastics, proteins, metals, ceramics, and other materials to revolutionize the world across various technologies and industries.
Gain foundational knowledge of the structure-property relationships of different “hard” (e.g., metals and ceramics) and “soft” (e.g., polymers and proteins) materials.
Learn how to use the properties of molecular structure to engineer new materials and processing technologies with enhanced sustainability, greater efficiency, and superior performance.

Real-World Opportunities

  • Aerospace
  • Electronics
  • Energy
  • Health care and Pharmaceutical
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Biomanufacturing

Our Biomanufacturing concentration stands at the intersection of biology and engineering. We empower students to modify and control biological processes for large-scale, cost effective, and sustainable production of essential products.

Learn to develop sustainable processes and innovate bio-based products for pharmaceuticals, biofuels, and biomaterials
Work through hands-on exploration of bioprocess optimization, genetic engineering, and bioreactor design
Learn to make meaningful contributions to industrial-scale manufacturing, through a deep understanding of biological principles with engineering process design

Real-World Opportunities

  • Biotechnology
  • Health care and Pharmaceutical
  • Renewable energy
  • Sustainability
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Molecular Medicine

Directly impact lives by creating new advances in health and medicine! Students in our Molecular Medicine concentration learn to use a blend of physical, chemical, biological, and medical tools to develop therapies that correct disease-causing abnormalities. 

Better understand the mechanism of disease states such as cancer, to develop new diagnostics and therapies that improve patient outcomes
Learn how regenerative medicine aims to help a patient's body heal itself, including skin and bone grafting
Gain foundational knowledge of how to apply a quantitative framework to further understanding of the operation of normal and diseased state cells

Real-World Opportunities

  • Bioinformatics
  • Biotechnology
  • Health care and pharmaceutical
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Sustainable Engineering

Our Sustainable Engineering concentration guides the next generation of engineers to forge a more resilient and environmentally conscious future. We give you the tools to design processes and systems that minimize environmental impact, reduce resource consumption, and prioritize the integrity of social systems.

Explore careers across the engineering spectrum, including non-profits, government agencies, industry, academia, supply chain and logistics, and corporate sustainability roles
Join fellow students from across campus in sustainability organizations like the CSU Algae Club, Student Sustainability Center, Rams Without Borders, Green Greek Council, and more

Real-World Opportunities

  • Aerospace
  • Biotechnology
  • Electronics
  • Energy
  • Environmental Consulting
  • Food and beverage
  • Health care and Pharmaceutical

Questions about our majors?

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Do you have a question that’s not featured on our website? Undergraduate Advisors Chase Jackson and Claire Lavelle are happy to help! Email your questions to either advisor below.