Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
BS
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The Bachelor of Science in Biology provides a foundation in principles important to all living things and builds on this foundation toward many opportunities to gain cutting-edge skills while closely interacting with faculty and fellow students. Students begin with a core sequence in introductory biology, genetics, evolution, and general chemistry and may specialize in a sub-discipline of biology by choosing one of the following concentrations: cellular and molecular biology; ecology, organismal diversity, and evolution; microbiology; physiology; or general biology.
This is a designated STEM program (see OPT Extension ).
Learn
Students in the biology major learn the science of life, from molecules to ecosystems, through an in-depth exploration of the biological sciences via classroom, field, and research laboratory experiences. Students learn to critically evaluate and effectively communicate information for a life of continued learning and informed participation in society. In addition to being ready for careers in the life sciences, conservation, and education, this program prepares students for graduate biology programs and professional programs in the medical and veterinary fields.
Opportunities
Opportunities include small class sizes in upper-level courses, summer courses at the Fish Lake Environmental Education Center, off-campus/international courses (Florida, Bahamas, Ecuador), research experiences with faculty mentors, Departmental Honors in Biology, leadership positions in student organizations (BBB, Pre-med Club, etc.), and Biology Department scholarships.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
BS
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The Bachelor of Science in Biology provides a foundation in principles important to all living things and builds on this foundation toward many opportunities to gain cutting-edge skills while closely interacting with faculty and fellow students. Students begin with a core sequence in introductory biology, genetics, evolution, and general chemistry and may specialize in a sub-discipline of biology by choosing one of the following concentrations: cellular and molecular biology; ecology, organismal diversity, and evolution; microbiology; physiology; or general biology.
This is a designated STEM program (see OPT Extension ).
Learn
Students in the biology major learn the science of life, from molecules to ecosystems, through an in-depth exploration of the biological sciences via classroom, field, and research laboratory experiences. Students learn to critically evaluate and effectively communicate information for a life of continued learning and informed participation in society. In addition to being ready for careers in the life sciences, conservation, and education, this program prepares students for graduate biology programs and professional programs in the medical and veterinary fields.
Opportunities
Opportunities include small class sizes in upper-level courses, summer courses at the Fish Lake Environmental Education Center, off-campus/international courses (Florida, Bahamas, Ecuador), research experiences with faculty mentors, Departmental Honors in Biology, leadership positions in student organizations (BBB, Pre-med Club, etc.), and Biology Department scholarships.
Scholarships
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