Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology Major: Microscopy Option

CMU's biology major with a microscopy option can morph you into a biological microscopist. Broken down into micro terms, this major will allow you to investigate the growth, structure, development and other characteristics of microscopic organisms such as bacteria, algae or fungi. Research labs, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies and chemical companies are big employers of people who geek all things micro. People like you. Microscopists may be employed as biochemists or biophysicists. Common employers include research and development departments of engineering, life and physical sciences organizations and companies, as well as colleges, universities and pharmaceutical manufacturers.