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Dec 18, 2024
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2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Biology, B.S.
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Requirements for the Biology Major - 64 Credits
To earn a major in Biology, students must successfully complete all Introductory Courses, Biology Seminars, Required Chemistry Courses, Upper Division Courses, and Elective Courses as described below.
Introductory Biology/Math Courses
Note:
BIOL 0128 and BIOL 0129 DO NOT have to be taken in sequence, but should be taken in the first year. MATH 0105 and MATH 0108 each satisfy the traditional mathematics area of the Common Core and BIOL 0278 satisfies the applied analytical reasoning area of the Common Core. Both math courses should be selected with guidance from faculty advisor.
Biology Seminars
Three 1-credit seminars as follows:
Note:
The first-year seminar serves as an introduction to the field of biology, research methods, and career opportunities; assists students in integrating the knowledge gained in individual biology and cognate courses; and helps documents the student’s progress toward meeting the departmental learning goals. A topical seminar (BIOL 0280-0289) is typically taken during the junior or senior year and focuses on specific topics, while the Senior Seminar requires the presentation of a portfolio documenting the student’s progress toward meeting the departmental learning goals.
Required Chemistry Courses
Two semesters of chemistry may be used to satisfy the Science requirement of the Common Core.
Upper Division Biology Courses
ONE course from each of the following areas: Elective Courses
A minimum of 19 additional credits in Biology above the 100-level (excluding internships), selected with guidance from the faculty advisor. These 19 credits must include the following:
- 6 credits of (3 of these credits may be satisfied by )
- 3 additional credits at the 300-level ( or other 300-level biology)
- 6 additional credits of 200 or 300-level biology electives
- 4 additional credits of CHEM 0203-Organic Chemistry II or CHEM 0315-Biochemistry I with lab or 4 credits of an upper level biology course
Recommended Courses
If students are interested in graduate or professional school, a year of calculus and a year of physics is strongly recommended. Students should discuss their academic and career goals with their faculty advisor to identify appropriate coursework. |
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