The B.S. in biology provides students with a broad knowledge of the biological sciences while introducing them to the practical skills needed in today’s biotech industries and the background required to be successful applicants to graduate programs. Students may choose from advanced courses designed to emphasize studies in either animal or plant systems while participating in a common core of courses which provide knowledge in the basic principles relevant to both areas.

Program outcomes - graduates will:

• explain and reconstruct the scientific method and can apply this mode of inquiry in a laboratory setting
• explain and apply basic principles of biology in work setting
• demonstrate teamwork skills
• apply, critique, and synthesize protocols from current literature
• demonstrate and critique effective oral and written communication skills
• formulate proper data collection and analysis methods
• interpret and practice professional and ethical behavior related to biological research
• identify, provide examples, differentiate, and integrate current biology techniques into their scientific investigations

Study Options

• Animal Systems
• Plant Systems
• Pre-Chiropractic *
• Pre-Dentistry *
• Pre-Medicine *
• Pre-Nursing *
• Pre-Occupational Therapy *
• Pre-Optometry *
• Pre-Pharmacy *
• Pre-Physical Therapy *

* Students can also comibine these study options with our Health Science undergraduate degree program. Contact a faculty adviser for more information.

Biology Minor
The biology minor program introduces students to the core concepts in a broad range of biological areas with two possible emphases, animal or plant biology. It is designed to compliment majors in animal sciences (animal or equine), agriculture, and natural resources but can be tailored for students in other majors as well.

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