48 monthsProgramme duration
Jan-2000Starting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Human biology majors at UIndy study humans and their close relatives in order to apply that knowledge to careers in human biology or to continue studying medical and forensic sciences. While many students continue on to graduate school, this major also equips you with the necessary skills to begin careers in medical and forensic fields. Program strengths By drawing on traditional sciences, you will learn about biological aspects of the human body, its functions, evolutionary foundations, and other core skills for advanced study in human biology, medicine and public health. Other strengths of UIndy's human biology program include: Forensic applications (DNA, skeletal analysis) Fundamental biology, chemistry, physics and computer courses Ability to take graduate-level courses as undergraduates Preparation for clinicals and graduate school in the medical field Rich community of medical organizations in Indianapolis Small class sizes that focus on individualized research and learning High graduation rate Potential career paths for human biology majors Work in public health departments Work as a forensic science technician for law enforcement agencies Work as a medical/clinical laboratory technician Work in drug testing and quality control Continue education in occupational or physical therapy Continue on to master's of human biology Go to medical school Human biology might be for you if: You want to learn more about the human species and society You have an interest in forensics You like learning through the scientific method of questioning You care about public health practices You want to attend graduate, nursing or medical school.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Human biology majors at UIndy study humans and their close relatives in order to apply that knowledge to careers in human biology or to continue studying medical and forensic sciences. While many students continue on to graduate school, this major also equips you with the necessary skills to begin careers in medical and forensic fields. Program strengths By drawing on traditional sciences, you will learn about biological aspects of the human body, its functions, evolutionary foundations, and other core skills for advanced study in human biology, medicine and public health. Other strengths of UIndy's human biology program include: Forensic applications (DNA, skeletal analysis) Fundamental biology, chemistry, physics and computer courses Ability to take graduate-level courses as undergraduates Preparation for clinicals and graduate school in the medical field Rich community of medical organizations in Indianapolis Small class sizes that focus on individualized research and learning High graduation rate Potential career paths for human biology majors Work in public health departments Work as a forensic science technician for law enforcement agencies Work as a medical/clinical laboratory technician Work in drug testing and quality control Continue education in occupational or physical therapy Continue on to master's of human biology Go to medical school Human biology might be for you if: You want to learn more about the human species and society You have an interest in forensics You like learning through the scientific method of questioning You care about public health practices You want to attend graduate, nursing or medical school.
Admission Requirements
5.5+
Applicants should complete a college preparatory curriculum (such as a Core 40 or Academic Honors in Indiana) and satisfactorily complete 30-40 courses from the following subject areas: English and literature, History, Foreign language, Mathematics (algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, or other similar college preparatory courses), Laboratory science (biology, advanced biology, chemistry, advanced chemistry, anatomy and physiology, etc.); Social studies (sociology, psychology, economics, and government). Other English Language Requirements: A TOEFL score of 500 paper-based.
48 Months
Jan-2000
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