Program Overview

Program Overview

The Biological Sciences program, leading to a Bachelor of Science degree (BIOSCI-BS), offers students the opportunity to learn from experts in various fields, ranging from forest ecology to the molecular biology of neurodegenerative diseases. This comprehensive program encompasses the study of basic life sciences, including zoology, botany, microbiology, and biochemistry, as well as applied life sciences related to medical and veterinary sciences, such as anatomy and pharmacology.

Program Objectives

The Biological Sciences program is designed to prepare students for admission to professional schools and graduate work, as well as for careers in laboratory or field work. The program includes an applied physiology concentration option, providing students with a specialized area of study.

Areas of Study

• Basic life sciences:
  • Zoology
  • Botany
  • Microbiology
  • Biochemistry
• Applied life sciences:
  • Medical sciences
  • Veterinary sciences
  • Anatomy
  • Pharmacology

Career and Academic Opportunities

The Biological Sciences program prepares students for a variety of career paths and further academic pursuits, including:

• Admission to professional schools
• Graduate work
• Laboratory work
• Field work

Concentration Options

The program offers an applied physiology concentration option, allowing students to focus on a specific area of interest within the field of biological sciences.