Bachelor’s in Biology Degree Programs: BS
Course Overview
A BS in Biology will prepare you to continue your education by pursuing a graduate degree in the field. Whether you want a career in research and development or to help others by becoming a medical professional, at UB, you’ll gain the skills and experience you need for success in the field. Concentrations offered:
- Biomedical Science/Biotechnology
- Ecology/Conservation/Environmental Biology
- Pre-Allied Health
- Pre-Medical/Vet/Dental
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 202: General Physics II
MATH 112 or 203
ENGL 101: Academic Writing
MATH 110: Calculus & Analytic Geometry I
HUM: Humanities Core
HUM: Humanities Elective
FA: Fine Arts Core
SOSC: Social Science Core
SOSC: Social Science Elective
CHEM 103: General Chemistry I
CHEM 104: General Chemistry II
PHYS 201: General Physics I
FYS 101: First Year Seminar
CAPS C390: Capstone Seminar
Electives
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