Bachelor in Systems Life Sciences Major

CHA University offers a bachelor's degree in the Systems Life Sciences Major, taught in English in Pocheon, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. Systems life sciences studies biology at a broader, integrative level, examining how genes, proteins, cells, and organ systems interact as networks rather than isolated components, often combining traditional biology with computational and quantitative methods to model these interactions. Students typically begin with foundational coursework in molecular and cell biology, genetics, and biochemistry, then move into more specialized subjects such as systems biology, bioinformatics, and computational modeling of biological processes, learning to work with both wet-lab techniques and data-driven analysis. This combination reflects how modern biological research increasingly relies on large datasets, from genomic sequencing to protein interaction networks, requiring graduates who are comfortable with both laboratory work and quantitative analysis. Being based at CHA University, an institution with strong ties to biomedical and clinical research in South Korea, gives students exposure to a research environment where systems-level biological questions connect to real medical and pharmaceutical applications. Graduates can pursue careers in biotechnology, pharmaceutical research and development, bioinformatics, genomics, and academic or clinical research, with the systems-level training providing a strong basis for further graduate study in life sciences, medicine, or computational biology. The Pocheon location, within Gyeonggi-do near the greater Seoul area, situates the program close to a concentration of biomedical and research institutions in South Korea. The degree spans four years, with new students admitted in both the spring and fall semesters each year. Delivered fully in English, the program is designed for international students to pursue advanced life sciences training in South Korea without needing prior Korean-language proficiency.