Biology Majors Information Session Biology Advising Center NHB 2.606
Biology Advising Center Resources • See course descriptions for • Review syllabi for frequently any of the degree options offered courses • Run an Interactive Degree • Find degree checklists for any Audit. Run audits for any of the options option to compare requirements • Links to the other sites of interest to Biology majors
Careers in Biological Sciences Aquaculture Forensics/Crime Labs Aquariums Genetic Counseling Bioethics Graduate Studies Bioinformatics Hospital Laboratories Biotech Industries Law/Public Policy Blood Banks Marine Biotechnology Centers for Disease Control MD/PhD Clinical Microbiologist Natural Resource Manager Conservation Biologist Neurologist Conservation Botanist Peace Corps Cytogenetics Pharmaceutical Sales Drug Industries Private Research Laboratories Environmental Agencies Public Health Environmental Analyst Research Scientist Environmental Law Biology Teacher Epidemiologist Scientific Writing Ethno-biology Texas Department of Health Field Biologist Wildlife Biologist Food/Agriculture World Health Organization
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Biology Degree Paths Bachelor of Arts & Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Science and Arts • Ten options • One option • More specialized • Well-rounded
Typical 1st Semester Courses for All Options • Calculus: M 408C or 408N • Chemistry: CH 301 • Biology: BIO 311C • Biology: BIO 206L (if needed) • Fine Arts, Social Science or UGS course
Biology Degree Paths Bachelor of Arts • 4th semester foreign language proficiency • 6 hours each social science and fine arts • One semester of calculus • More elective hours • Minimum 120 total hours
BA Biology Your career options could include: Pharmaceutical Sales Scientific Writing Environmental Law Bioinformatics Bioethics Ethno-biology
Biology Degree Paths Bachelor of Science • 2nd semester foreign language proficiency or foreign culture courses • Physics and chemistry required • Two semesters of calculus • Fewer electives • Minimum 126 total hours
BS Biology Degree options : • I : Ecology, Evolution & Behavior • II : Human Biology • III : Marine & Freshwater Biology • IV : Microbiology • V : Cell & Molecular Biology • VI : Neurobiology • VII : Plant Biology • VIII : Teaching • IX : Biology Honors • X : Computational Biology
BS Biology Option I: Ecology, Evolution and Behavior • Focused course work on animal, plant and ecological studies, evolution and adaptation, and field experiences • 27 hours of BIO after Genetics
BS Biology Option I: Ecology, Evolution and Behavior Careers include: Wildlife Biologist Natural Resource Manager Field Biologist Environmental Analyst Conservation Biologist Graduate studies
BS Biology Option II: Human Biology • Interdisciplinary approach to the study of biological sciences • Relationship between biology and society • Includes course work from: Anthropology, Geography, Sociology • 37 hours in the major after Genetics
BS Biology Option II: Human Biology • 18 hours common core biology • 15 hours concentration (must choose one) Cell, molecular and developmental Social aspects of health and disease Genetics and biotechnology Problems in developing countries Pathogenesis and immunity Human impact on the environment
BS Biology Option II: Human Biology Careers include: Public Health Genetic Counseling Bioinformatics Biotech Industries Law/Public Policy World Health Organizations Peace Corps
BS Biology Option III: Marine & Freshwater Biology • Focused course work on oceanography, marine ecosystems, aquatic plants, insects and fishes • Summer field study at the Marine Science Institute in Post Aransas, TX • 29 hours of BIO after Genetics
BS Biology Option III: Marine & Freshwater Biology Careers include: Marine Biotechnology Graduate Studies Research Scientist Environmental Agencies Aquariums Aquaculture
BS Biology Option IV: Microbiology • Focused course work in microbe/host interactions, virus replication, immune system responses, bacteria and fungi • Strong emphasis on lab work
BS Biology Option IV: Microbiology Careers include: Epidemiologist Research Scientist Biotech Industries Clinical Microbiologist Texas Department of Health Centers for Disease Control Graduate Studies
BS Biology Option V: Cell & Molecular Biology • Other requirements include calculus-based physics and 6 hours of upper division chemistry • Focused course work in cell structure and function, DNA and RNA, and cell development & evolution • Opportunities for research
BS Biology Option V: Cell & Molecular Biology Careers include: Research scientist Biotech industries Graduate studies
BS Biology Option VI: Neurobiology • Interdisciplinary preparation in neuroscience with options for courses in chemistry, computer sciences and psychology • Focused course work in cell and molecular systems, neurotransmitters, brain and nervous system disorders, and biochemistry • Opportunities for research
BS Biology Option VI: Neurobiology Careers include: Neurologist Research Scientist MD/PhD Biotech Industries Graduate Studies
BS Biology Option VII: Plant Biology • Course work covers all aspects of plant biology - physiology, ecology, molecular biology and genomics • Choose 11 hours from other disciplines within Natural Sciences • 24 hours of BIO after Genetics
BS Biology Option VII: Plant Biology Careers include: Graduate Studies Research Scientist Drug Industries Food/Agriculture Conservation Botanist
BS Biology Option VIII: Teaching • Complete teaching certification and a science degree for middle or high school in four years • Get experience in a classroom setting right away • Students advised by UTeach advisor
BS Biology Option X: Computational Biology • Investigate complex systems using mathematical, statistical and computer-based techniques • Provides essential foundation in mathematics, computer science, and statistics • 24 hours of BIO after Genetics
BS Biology Option X: Computational Biology Careers include: Biotechnology Industries Research Scientist Graduate Studies
BS Biology Biology Degree Paths • Bachelor of Science • 2nd semester foreign language proficiency Bachelor of Science and Arts or foreign culture courses • 48 hours of science and math • 12 hours of cross- disciplinary work • Physics and chemistry required • 15-18 hours of a minor or certificate • Two semesters of calculus • Fewer electives BSA Options in: Biology, Biochemistry, • Minimum 126 total hours and Neuroscience
Other Degrees • Medical Laboratory Science (BS) • Public Health (BS) • Environmental Science, Biological Sciences Track (BS) • Biochemistry (BA, BS and BSA options) • Neuroscience (BS and BSA options)
BS in Medical Laboratory Science • Specialized degree • Perform laboratory procedures that diagnose and treat disease • 100 total hours of course work required (23 hours of BIO after Genetics) • Completed in a 12-16 month accredited program of clinical education For more go to: Medical Laboratory Science major information
BS in Public Health • 19 hours of foundational courses • 18 hours of public health core courses • 9 hours from one of 6 different concentration areas For more go to: Public Health major information
BS in Environmental Science • Environmental Science (EVS), Biological Sciences track • 18 hours of Biology after the completion of BIO325 For more information go to: www.esi.utexas.edu/students
BS in Biochemistry • 9 hours of Biology after the completion of BIO325 • 12 hours of Biochemistry + 21 hours of Chemistry For more go to: Biochemistry major information
BS in Neuroscience • Full Calculus sequence, Calculus based Physics • Neuroscience coursework and research in a Neuroscience related field For more go to: Neuroscience major information
What ’ s next? Choose your Biology major option after researching the Degree checklist and course descriptions. Consider your interest in the courses required and your potential for success based on a strong foundation in your previous Biology courses. Remember, a Biology degree is not required for a Health Professions career. Good luck !
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