Academic Planning

General Biology Option

For students who want broad foundational knowledge and skills across the many different scales of biology. These different levels of biological organization range from the molecules and cells that compose an organism, to the interacting organisms that make up an ecosystem. Hands-on experiences, from designing and conducting lab experiments to making field observations, using many different procedures and instruments, will play an important role in gaining biological knowledge.

 

Careers

The General Biology option is excellent preparation for a career in

  • Biological Research
  • Environmental Consultant
  • Health and Medical Professions
  • Biotech and Pharmaceutical Industry Professional
  • Conservation Biologist
  • Science Educator/Teacher
  • Public Health Professional
  • Biology Outreach Coordinator

It is also a good route to prepare for attending graduate school or professional school.

 

Requirements

Entrance-to-major requirements, C-required courses, and graduation requirements for this option are listed on the "Biology major" page.

 

Suggested Academic Plan

 

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