Biological Sciences, Systems Physiology Concentration, BS

Program Overview

The BS Biological Sciences, Systems Physiology concentration prepares students for professional health schools, graduate studies, and careers requiring knowledge of physiological systems. The program provides a strong foundation in biology, physiology, and anatomy, with specialized courses in bodily systems. Graduates are eligible for professional health schools and qualified for positions in fields such as medicine, dentistry, and research.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

The BS Biological Sciences, Systems Physiology concentration degree prepares students for professional health schools including medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, and pharmacy, for graduate studies, and for positions that require knowledge of physiological systems, especially of physiological data collection and recording.

Objectives:

• Provide students with a strong foundation in the fundamental principles of biological sciences, with a focus on systems physiology.
• Equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in professional health schools or graduate studies.
• Prepare students for careers in fields that require knowledge of physiological systems.

Program Description:

The program provides specialized, focused courses pertaining to bodily systems.

Outline:

Content:

• General biology
• Physiology
• Anatomy
• Biochemistry
• Genetics
• Molecular biology
• Cell biology

Structure:

• Lower division courses provide a foundation in general biology and chemistry.
• Upper division courses focus on physiology, anatomy, and other specialized topics.
• The program includes laboratory courses, research opportunities, and clinical rotations.

Course Schedule:

• The program typically takes four years to complete.
• Students typically take two semesters of general biology, two semesters of chemistry, and two semesters of calculus in their first two years.
• In their third and fourth years, students take courses in physiology, anatomy, biochemistry, genetics, and molecular biology.

Assessment:

Methods:

• Exams
• Quizzes
• Homework assignments
• Presentations
• Research projects

Criteria:

• Students must earn a grade of "C-" or better in all major courses.
• Students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 in the major.

Teaching:

Methods:

• Lectures
• Discussions
• Laboratories
• Research projects
• Clinical rotations

Faculty:

• The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are experts in their fields.
• Faculty members are committed to providing students with a high-quality education.

Careers:

Potential Career Paths:

• Physician
• Dentist
• Veterinarian
• Pharmacist
• Physician assistant
• Medical researcher
• Science teacher
• Health policy analyst

Opportunities:

• Graduates of the program are eligible to apply to professional health schools or graduate programs.
• Graduates are also qualified for positions in a variety of fields that require knowledge of physiological systems.

Outcomes:

• Graduates of the program have a high success rate in gaining admission to professional health schools and graduate programs.
• Graduates are employed in a variety of fields, including medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, pharmacy, and research.