Biology

School/College: CALS and L&S


Field of Study

The study of living organisms and the processes that make life possible.

Possible Careers

Research scientist in academic, government and industry laboratories; technical sales, services and marketing positions; teaching (university, technical schools, high schools); lawyer, physician, dentist, veterinarian, other health professions; journalism/media; public health; business.

Special Opportunities & Additional Information

  • The Biology Major offers a rigorous and broad introduction to the main fields of study within biology, and is also appropriate as a gateway to more specialized majors.
  • Options in Neurobiology and Evolutionary Biology are also available to allow Biology majors to concentrate their studies in these areas.

Selected Required Courses

Intro Biology:
Biology 151-152; or Biocore; or Botany 130 and Zoology 101-102
Calculus:
Math 221
General Chemistry:
Chem 103-104; or Chem 109
Organic Chemistry:
Chem 343, 344 and 345
Physics:
Physics 207-208; or Physics 201-202; or Physics 103-104

Recommended Course Sequence for Freshman Year

Fall
Chem 103 or 109
Math
Spring
Chem 104
Math

*Introductory biology recommended for second year.

Advisor

  • Students will be assigned a faculty advisor.

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