Program Overview

University of Montana Catalog

The University of Montana offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs through its various colleges and schools.

Colleges and Schools

• College of the Arts and Media
• College of Business
• Phyllis J. Washington College of Education
• W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation
• College of Health
• College of Humanities and Sciences
• Missoula College
• Davidson Honors College
• Franke Global Leadership Initiative
• Interdisciplinary Majors, Minors, and Certificates
• Alexander Blewett III School of Law
• Maureen and Mike Mansfield Center

Undergraduate Programs

The University of Montana offers various undergraduate programs, including:

• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of Fine Arts
• Bachelor of Music
• Bachelor of Music Education
• Associate of Arts
• Associate of Science

Graduate Programs

The University of Montana offers various graduate programs, including:

• Master of Arts
• Master of Science
• Master of Fine Arts
• Master of Business Administration
• Master of Public Administration
• Doctor of Philosophy
• Doctor of Education
• Doctor of Physical Therapy
• Doctor of Pharmacy

Microbiology B.S.

The Microbiology B.S. program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, viruses, and protozoa.

General Degree Requirements

To earn a baccalaureate degree, all students must complete successfully, in addition to any other requirements, the University of Montana General Education Requirements.

Course Requirements

The Microbiology B.S. program requires the completion of the following courses:

• Biology/Microbiology Lower-Division Core
  • BIOB 160: Principles of Living Systems
  • BIOB 161N: Principles of Living Systems Lab
  • BIOB 170N: Principles of Biological Diversity
  • BIOB 171N: Principles of Biological Diversity Lab
  • BIOB 260: Cellular and Molecular Biology
  • BIOB 272: Genetics and Evolution
• Upper-Division Microbiology Core Courses
  • BIOM 360: General Microbiology
  • BIOM 361: General Microbiology Lab
  • BIOM 410: Microbial Genetics
  • BIOM 411: Experimental Microbial Genetics Lab
  • BIOM 415: Microbial Diversity Ecology & Evolution
  • BIOM 450: Microbial Physiology
  • BIOM 451: Microbial Physiology Lab
• Biochemistry
  • Complete either one semester or one year of Biochemistry courses
• Additional Upper-Division Depth Courses in Microbiology
  • Complete 10-12 credits from the following courses
• Mathematics
  • M 162: Applied Calculus
  • STAT 216: Introduction to Statistics
• Chemistry
  • CHMY 141N: College Chemistry I
  • CHMY 142N: College Chemistry I Lab
  • CHMY 143N: College Chemistry II
  • CHMY 144N: College Chemistry II Lab
  • CHMY 221: Organic Chemistry I
  • CHMY 222: Organic Chemistry I Lab
  • CHMY 223: Organic Chemistry II
  • CHMY 224: Organic Chemistry II Lab
  • CHMY 311: Analytical Chemistry-Quantitative Analysis
• Physics
  • Complete one of the following Physics sequences
• Advanced Writing Requirement
  • Complete the equivalent of a full writing course

Advanced Writing Distributed Model Courses for Biological Sciences

The following courses are available to fulfill the Advanced Writing Requirement:

• 1/3 Advanced Writing Courses
  • BCH 482: Advanced Biochemistry II
  • BIOB 410: Immunology
  • BIOB 425: Advanced Cellular & Molecular Biology
  • BIOB 483: Phylogenics and Evolution
  • BIOE 403: Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
  • BIOE 428: Freshwater Ecology
  • BIOM 402: Pathogenic Microbes
  • BIOO 320: General Botany
  • BIOO 434: Plant Physiology Lab
  • BIOO 470: Ornithology
  • BIOO 475: Mammalogy
• 2/3 Advanced Writing Courses
  • BCH 486: Biochemistry Research Lab
  • BCH 499: Senior Thesis/Capstone
  • BIOB 411: Immunology Laboratory
  • BIOB 499: Undergraduate Thesis
  • BIOE 342: Field Ecology
  • BIOE 371: General Ecology Lab
  • BIOM 411: Experimental Microbial Genetics Lab
  • BIOM 499: Undergraduate Thesis
• Complete Advanced Writing Course
  • BIOH 462: Principles of Medical Physiology
  • BIOM 420: Host-Microbe Interactions

Accreditation

The University of Montana is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.

University Officers

The University of Montana has a team of experienced officers who oversee the administration of the university.

Montana University System Mission

The Montana University System is committed to providing high-quality education and research opportunities to its students.

University of Montana - Missoula Mission

The University of Montana - Missoula is dedicated to providing a comprehensive education to its students, preparing them for success in their chosen fields.

University of Montana - Missoula Strategic Goals

The University of Montana - Missoula has established strategic goals to guide its development and growth.