Biological Sciences

 

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Henson School of Science and Technology

Department of Biological Sciences

The Department of Biological Sciences offers a broad and comprehensive investigation of the biology of plants, animals, and microorganisms at the molecular, cellular, organismal, and population levels of organization.  Students can choose from a range of study tracks and can take advantage of numerous hands-on research opportunities and internships.

  • To develop students who will apply the scientific method and critical thinking to contemporary problems addressed by the biological sciences.
     
  • To prepare students for employment or post-graduate school in the biological sciences, health fields, environmental & marine science, and environmental health sciences.
     
  • To help non-majors develop a better understanding of the role that biological science plays in daily life.