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Biology, B.A.


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Biological, Biomedical and Combined Sciences Outcomes

1. Question Formulation: Pose testable questions and hypotheses to address gaps in knowledge.

2. Study Design: Plan, evaluate, and implement scientific investigations.

3. Data Interpretation and Evaluation: Interprret, evaluate, and draw conclusions from data in order to make evidence-based arguments about the natural world.

This baccalaureate degree is designed to develop breadth, with an emphasis on chemistry that provides maximum flexibility in career choices. Students with this major may pursue careers in health sciences, industry, environmental sciences, and other related areas.

Minimum of 120 credits required, including 48 upper-division credits.

General University Course Requirements


The following courses are required for all bachelor level degrees: 36-39 credits

Fine Arts: 3 credits


Any studio-based fine arts course (ART, MUS, DRMA), or ENG 206A , or ENG 206B  

Laboratory Science: 4 credits


Any laboratory science course except CHEM 105

Social Sciences: 3 credits


Any social science course (ECON, POSC, SOC, PSY)

Humanities: 3 credits


Any HIS course, ENG 200 PHIL 310W , or REL 320W  

Mathematics: 3-5 credits


Any college-level MATH course or SOC 220  

World Language: 3-4 credits


Any world language course

Technology: 3 credits


Any CPSC course or BADM 230 BIOL 482 ,  ENG 452 ENSC 321 ART 370 NURS 304 ED 343   

Free Electives: 38-39 credits


At least 24 free elective credits must be upper-division.

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