Bachelor’s in Biology Degree Programs: BA
Course Overview
UB’s Bachelor’s degree programs in Biology expose students to modern concepts, and current methods of experimentation in molecular biology, genomics, and field biology with introductory courses taken at the outset of their studies. The program emphasizes critical analytical and research skills needed for competitive fields like medicine, veterinary medicine, dentistry, and others. All majors are encouraged to participate in faculty research and advanced courses in specialized areas of faculty expertise.
Course Structure
BIO 101: General Biology I
BIO 102: General Biology II
BIO 211: General Physiology
BIO 223: Ecology
BIO 307: Genetics
BIO 321: Cell Physiology
BIO 345: Molecular Biology
BIO Electives
CHEM 205: Organic Chemistry I
CHEM 206: Organic Chemistry II
PHYS 201: General Physics I
PHYS 202: General Physics II
ENGL 101: Academic Writing
FYS 101: First Year Seminar
HUM: Humanities Core
HUM: Humanities Elective
FA: Fine Arts Core
SOSC: Social Science Core
SOSC: Social Science Elective
Foreign Language
CHEM 103: General Chemistry I
CHEM 104: General Chemistry II
MATH 109: Precalculus
CAPS C390: Capstone Seminar
Electives
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Academic Entry Requirements | Minimum GPA - 2.5 out of 4.0 (varies by program) Transcripts - Official secondary/high school transcripts indicating courses completed and grades. Transcripts must be translated to English. |
| Funding Options | |
|---|---|
| Domestic Funding Options | Bank statement amounts
Students may deduct awarded scholarships and submit net amount. Students will complete online Affidavit of Financial Support if the bank statement is not in the student’s name. Undergrad (all majors) - $55,620 |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | 6.0 |
| TOEFL-IBT Score (Minimum) | 75 |
| PTE Score (Minimum) | 53 |
Career Opportunities
A degree in biology is extensive. Naturally, careers for biology graduates are equally wide-ranging. Graduates with a BA or BS in Biology can find themselves in careers in the following fields:
- Agriculture
- Biotechnology
- Education
- Environmental Conservation
- Forensic science
- Genetics
- Healthcare
- Research
- Zoology