B.A. in Biology - General Biology Emphasis

Parent Program: 
Biology
Overview & Highlights: 

The general biology emphasis intoduces students to the founding concepts and fields within biology, as well as those found in other disciplines such as chemistry, mathematics and physical science.

Highlights:

  • Courses cover general topics in biology
  • Students may select a large portion of courses from other approved disciplines
What can I do with this degree? (Our Graduates): 
Students graduating with a general biology emphasis are prepared for advanced study and further research in biology, including medical studies, environmental research and veterinary studies.
Degree Course Listings: 

GENERAL EDUCATION OR OTHER PREREQUISITES (12 UNITS)

  • BIOL-110L General Biology A (4)
  • CHEM-101L General Chemistry I (4)
  • MATH -120 Principles of Mathematics (4)
  • or MATH-140 Pre-Calculus (4)

REQUIRED COURSES (48 UNITS MINIMUM)

  • BIOL-120L General Biology B (4)
  • BIOL-310L Ecology (4)
  • BIOL-331L Human Anatomy (4)
  • or BIOL-332L Human Physiology (4)
  • BIOL-440L Cell and Molecular Biology (4)
  • or BIOL-450L Genetics (4)
  • BIOL-470 History and Philosophy of Science (4)
  • CHEM-102L General Chemistry II (4)

Select one of the following:

  • CS-120 Introduction to Computer Science I (3)
  • MATH -210 Calculus I (4)
  • PSY-300 Statistics (3)

ELECTIVES
Select 21 units in biology, chemistry, physical science or mathematics approved by program director. The electives must meet the following conditions: 8 units minimum of biology (4 units of upper-division), 4 units minimum of chemistry, physical science or mathematics.

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