Biology

The program of study in biology provides two degrees (a B.S. in biology and a B.S. in biology education). These degrees are designed to enhance scientific knowledge and career potential for individuals preparing to become teachers, biomedical researchers, and health care providers. They provide information in microbiology, botany, zoology, genetics, ecology, and biotechnology. Additionally, the biology program of study provides opportunities for non science majors and majors in other science areas to take courses in the biological sciences that will aid in establishing their educational base while providing them with a well-rounded undergraduate experience. The information imparted to the students will provide them with a variety of skills and competencies which include: (1) current information on biological phenomena; (2) skills in the operation of state-of-the-art scientific instrumentation; and (3) resources to the Washington Metropolitan Area community (e.g. seminars, workshops, forums, speakers, science fair advisors and judges, etc.) to instill the professionalism of problem solving as a means of improving the quality of life in the District of Columbia.

Organizations are available in the Department for interested students to become active participants. Clubs, including Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society, Beta Kappa Chi Scientific Honor Society and the Biology Club encourage scholarly attainment and social interaction among qualified students with similar intellectual interests. Additionally, students are involved in various research grants, i.e., Minority Biological Research Support (MBRS) and Minority Access to Research Careers (MARC). These grants expose students to current technologies and state-of-the-art equipment. Further, students acquire experience in making presentations at local and national meetings.

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Bachelor of Science degree in Biology

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The requirement is the completion of 124 credit hours.
Generally, a full-time student can complete a program in four years.

NOTE:

At least 120 college-level credit hours must be obtained to receive a B.S. in Biology.

Each student must take 4 biology electives1 (4 credits, 300 level and above).

1 Cancer Causes and Prevention (200 level course) may be used as Biology elective.

1 Physiology or Ecology (200 level courses) may be used as biology electives.

*University electives are courses of choice along with proper prerequisites, taken in any department.

**Not required, but strongly suggested.