Biology B.S.
Majors are required to complete 21 hours of core Biology coursework and 17 hours of Biology electives chosen with the help of a Biology advisor to best prepare the student for graduate study or employment in their area of interest. The degree plan can be tailored to prepare a student for various health professional programs, laboratory or field employment or graduate research, or science education.
120 MINIMUM HOURS
36 UPPER LEVEL HOURS
30 HOURS AT UMHB
Degree Requirements
Academic Core – 49-54 hours
see Bachelor of Science Academic Core with Global Emphasis Option
Students may select either the Study Abroad Option or Foreign Language Option.
B.S. Biology Major Required Courses –38 hours
12 hours (6 upper level ) at UMHB
12 hours minimum upper level
Biology Electives
| Upper-level Elective with Lab | 4 |
BIOL
| Any BIOL with Lab | 4 |
| Biology Electives | 5-6 |
Physiology Elective- Choose One
No grade lower than a "C" will count toward fulfillment of Biology major requirements.
Required Support Courses for the Major: