School of Undergraduate Studies

Biology Minor

• Program Objectives
• Course Requirements
  

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Biology

Students may seek an academic minor in biology.

Minor in Biology

The biology minor complements the skills the student gains in his or her major discipline by providing an underlying scientific base upon which to build a career in the life sciences, allied health fields, bioinformatics, environmental management, science journalism, or science education.

Objectives

The student who graduates with a minor in biology will be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the basic structure and function of living organisms, including the principles of molecular and cellular biology, inheritance, evolution, and ecology.
• Perform standard laboratory procedures and apply the scientific method, as appropriate.
• Apply basic scientific knowledge to problems encountered in medicine, public health, biotechnology, agriculture, and environmental science.

Biology Minor - Course Requirements

A minor in biology requires the completion of 15 credits of coursework in biology. Any BIOL courses apply.

Courses already applied toward other degree requirements (e.g., major or general education) may not be applied toward the minor. At least 9 credits must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above). Prerequisites apply for all courses.