Biology, B.A.

Print Degree Planner (opens a new window) |

To fulfill major requirements, students must successfully complete ten or more biology courses, each of which must be at least three credits, and include:

at least one course from two of the following three groups:

Additional requirements

at least four other courses in biology numbered 200 or higher
the ETS Major Field Test in Biology

Further Considerations

Substitutions

B.A. students whose career preparations require successful completion of science and mathematics courses outside of biology may substitute one course from those areas for certain biology courses with the approval of the department chair. Moreover, two 2-credit biology courses numbered 200 or greater completed during the May Experience can be combined to fulfill one of the elective course requirements for either the B.A. or B.S. degree.

Teaching in Secondary Schools

Students seeking a career in secondary school teaching must complete a major in the field to obtain a teacher certification. They may take advantage of the Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) graduate program. Please consult with the Education Department.

Biology, B.A.

To fulfill major requirements, students must successfully complete ten or more biology courses, each of which must be at least three credits, and include:

at least one course from two of the following three groups:

Cell and Molecular Biology

Physiology

Ecology and Environmental Biology

Additional requirements

Further Considerations

Teaching in Secondary Schools