Biomedical Informatics - BS - Bachelor of Science

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

City University of New York

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Informatics at New York City College of Technology combines biological sciences with computer programming, databases, statistics, and healthcare information systems, preparing students for the growing intersection of technology and medicine. It suits students interested in using computational and quantitative tools to understand biological data, improve healthcare information management, and contribute to biomedical research and clinical applications.

Curriculum Structure:

Year 1:

Students establish a strong foundation in biological and quantitative sciences through courses such as BIO 1101 – Biology I, alongside mathematics and general education studies. The curriculum also introduces the computing side of the discipline, preparing students to connect biological concepts with information and computational sciences.

Year 2:

Students move further into biomedical science and computing with subjects such as BIO 2450 – Genetics, BIO 3350 – Bioinformatics I, and CST 2403 – Introductory C++ Programming Language Part I. These courses help develop an understanding of genetic information while building programming and computational skills relevant to biomedical data.

Year 3:

The curriculum becomes more specialized, with courses including BIO 3352 – Bioinformatics II, BIO 3354 – Computational Genomics, and MED 4229 – Healthcare Databases. Students explore genomic data, biomedical information systems, and the secure organization and use of healthcare data, bringing together the program's Molecular Bioinformatics and Health Informatics components.

Year 4:

Advanced study focuses on applying biomedical informatics knowledge through courses such as BIO 4550 – Biomedical Informatics Colloquium, BIO 4910 – Independent Research Study in Biomedical Informatics: Information Literacy, and BIO 4920 – Independent Research Study in Biomedical Informatics: Guided Research. Students can strengthen their research and communication abilities while gaining experience engaging with current topics and applications in biomedical informatics.

Focus Areas:

Molecular Bioinformatics, Health Informatics, bioinformatics, computational genomics, biomedical data analysis, healthcare databases, computer programming, statistical analysis, genomic data, biomedical research, healthcare information management.

Learning Outcomes:

Students develop competency in biological sciences, computer programming and databases, quantitative reasoning, statistical methods, mathematical modeling, biomedical dataset analysis, scientific problem-solving, biomedical informatics principles, and professional communication. The program also emphasizes scientific reasoning, ethical responsibility, and lifelong learning.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation):

The B.S. in Biomedical Informatics is a STEM-designated bachelor's program at City Tech. City Tech's 2026 Program-Level Assessment Summary lists the program under the college's institutional accreditation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).

Reputation (Employability):

City Tech describes itself as a national model for industry-aligned education, with biomedical informatics among its technology-focused bachelor's programs. The college also identifies biomedical informatics as a field connected to healthcare, pharmaceutical and diagnostic companies, biotechnology firms, software companies, and research and government institutes.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

The B.S. in Biomedical Informatics at New York City College of Technology (City Tech) gives students practical exposure to both bioinformatics and medical informatics, combining biological science with computational methods and healthcare information systems. Students can develop hands-on experience through biomedical informatics internships, independent research, bioinformatics coursework, and laboratory-based learning. The program also connects students with clinical, research, biomedical, and healthcare environments where informatics skills can be applied to real-world problems.

Students can build this practical experience through:

Biomedical Informatics internships: The MED 3910 – Internship/Research in Biomedical Informatics course places students in real-world biomedical companies, research laboratories, and clinical or medical settings. Students maintain a research/internship journal, work with a faculty mentor, submit reports, and give an oral presentation.
Independent research: BIO 4910 – Independent Research Study in Biomedical Informatics: Information Literacy and BIO 4920 – Independent Research Study in Biomedical Informatics: Guided Research allow students to develop research skills under the program's academic framework.
Bioinformatics and computational work: Courses such as BIO 3350 – Bioinformatics I, BIO 3352 – Bioinformatics II, BIO 4150 – Computational Genomics, and BIO 4350 – Molecular Modeling in Biology give students experience with computational approaches to biological data, genomics, and molecular modelling.
Healthcare data: MED 4229 – Healthcare Databases provides focused preparation in the organization and use of healthcare information, complementing the program's Health Informatics focus.
Research opportunities: City Tech faculty conduct research in bioinformatics, medical informatics, and molecular biology, and students can discuss potential research projects and internships with participating faculty.
DNA Learning Center NYC: Located at City Tech through a partnership with Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, the DNA Learning Center NYC provides opportunities for students to participate in cutting-edge DNA research projects and internships.
Library and digital resources: City Tech students have access to the college's library and online academic resources, while the Biological Sciences department also provides online bioinformatics and medical informatics resources covering areas such as sequence analysis, genome annotation, personalized medicine, healthcare records, clinical guidelines, and medical coding.

Facilities and resources: Students benefit from City Tech's Biological Sciences learning and research environment, including laboratory facilities supporting biology and biomedical informatics education, the DNA Learning Center NYC, and access to computational and online resources for bioinformatics and medical informatics. The program also uses the college's connections with clinical and research locations to support its internship and research components.

Progression & Future Opportunities

The B.S. in Biomedical Informatics at New York City College of Technology (City Tech) prepares graduates for opportunities across clinics and hospitals, biotechnology, pharmaceutical and diagnostic companies, software companies, and research laboratories. The program can also serve as a foundation for advanced study in biomedical, health, information, and medical sciences.

Typical career roles: Bioinformatics Technician, Health Informatics Technician, Biomedical Informatics Specialist, Biomedical Data Analyst

Here are the key ways the program can support students' progression into employment and further study:

Career services: City Tech's Professional Development Center provides job and internship-search support, resume and cover-letter reviews, interview and mock-interview preparation, networking events, employer information sessions, and graduate-school advising. Students and alumni can also use Handshake to search and apply for internships, fellowships, and employment opportunities.
Employment and salary information: City Tech's Biological Sciences department publishes historical New York State Department of Labor information for health informatics technicians, including an average salary of $38,470 and a starting salary of $25,700. These figures are older departmental information rather than current B.S. Biomedical Informatics graduate outcomes, so they should not be treated as a current program-specific salary guarantee.
University–industry and research connections: City Tech's DNA Learning Center NYC, developed through a partnership with Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, provides opportunities for students to participate in research projects and internships. The Biomedical Informatics program also identifies potential employment settings including pharmaceutical, diagnostic, biotechnology, software, clinical, and research organizations.
Accreditation value: City Tech is institutionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). The Biomedical Informatics program is included in City Tech's 2026 program-level assessment documentation; City Tech's official accreditation information does not list Biomedical Informatics among its separately professionally accredited programs.
Graduation outcomes: City Tech identifies the B.S. in Biomedical Informatics as a pathway into direct employment as well as graduate and health-profession education. The department specifically notes progression into MS and PhD programs in Biomedical Informatics and related areas, along with professional programs such as medicine, pharmacy, veterinary medicine, and physician assistant studies.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing the bachelor's degree, students can pursue MS or PhD programs in Biomedical Informatics, Bioinformatics, Health Informatics, Medical Informatics, or Health Information Management. Students interested in clinical or healthcare careers can also use the degree as preparation for professional programs such as MD, PharmD, DVM, or Physician Assistant pathways, depending on the additional prerequisites required by the institution they choose.