UC San Diego Computer Science with a Specialization in Bioinformatics
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation UC San Diego lists for Computer Science with a Specialization in Bioinformatics transfers starts with CHEM 41A, BILD 1 and BILD 3; the full list is below.
UC San Diego does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
41 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with UCSD for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.
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Major Requirements
UC San Diego Computer Science with a Specialization in Bioinformatics Major Preparation
The courses UC San Diego lists as Computer Science with a Specialization in Bioinformatics major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2026-27 academic year. Course numbers are UCSD's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Lower division major requirements
Required
- CHEM 41A Organic Chemistry I: Structure and Reactivity
Courses listed
- BILD 1 The Cell
- BILD 3 Organismic and Evolutionary Biology
- BILD 4 Introductory Biology Lab
Courses listed
- CHEM 6A General Chemistry I
- CHEM 6B General Chemistry II
Complete all of these
- CSE 11 Introduction to Programming and Computational Problem Solving - Accelerated Pace
- PHYS 2A Physics - Mechanics
Courses listed
- CSE 12 Basic Data Structures and Object-Oriented Design
- CSE 29 Systems Programming and Software Tools
- CSE 21 Mathematics for Algorithms and Systems
- CSE 30 Computer Organization and Systems Programming
Courses listed
- MATH 18 Linear Algebra
- MATH 20A Calculus for Science and Engineering
- MATH 20B Calculus for Science and Engineering
- MATH 20C Calculus and Analytic Geometry for Science and Engineering
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does UC San Diego have a Computer Science with a Specialization in Bioinformatics major for transfer students?
Yes. UC San Diego offers Computer Science with a Specialization in Bioinformatics (B.S.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UC San Diego for Computer Science with a Specialization in Bioinformatics?
UC San Diego's Computer Science with a Specialization in Bioinformatics major preparation includes CHEM 41A, BILD 1, BILD 3, BILD 4, CHEM 6A and CHEM 6B, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
Can I use TAG for UC San Diego Computer Science with a Specialization in Bioinformatics?
UC San Diego does not offer the Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG).
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