Biology BS, Biology MS (Biotechnology concentration): combined degree

Program Overview

The accelerated B.S./M.S. in Biology with a concentration in Biotechnology combines undergraduate and graduate coursework, allowing students to earn both degrees in a shorter time frame. The program emphasizes molecular and cellular biology, preparing students for careers in research, healthcare, business, law, or scientific writing. Students complete 22 graduate credits and 120 undergraduate credits, including courses in genetics, immunology, microbiology, and molecular biology techniques.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: The accelerated combined B.S./M.S.
program in Biology with a concentration in Biotechnology allows students to earn both degrees in a shorter time frame, with a total of 142 credits instead of 161. The program aims to prepare students for careers in research, healthcare, business, law, or scientific writing.
• Structure: Students are required to complete 22 graduate credits and 120 undergraduate credits.
They must declare their intention to enter the program by the end of their sophomore year and plan their coursework in consultation with their academic advisors.

Outline:

• Course Schedule:
• Semesters 1 and 2:
• BIOL1221-1222: Biological Diversity and Laboratory
• BIOL1223: Biological Diversity Recitation
• BIOL1233-1234: Introduction to Molecules, Cells and Genes and Laboratory
• BIOL1235: Molecules, Cells & Genes Recitation
• Semesters 3 and 4:
• BIOL2200-2201: Ecology & Field Biology and Laboratory (or)
• MBIO2209-2219: Introduction to Marine Biology and Laboratory
• BIOL2300: Experimental Design
• Semesters 5 and 6:
• BIOL3100-3101: Genetics and Laboratory
• BIOL3238/3239: Human Structure & Function I and Laboratory
• BIOL3225/3226: General Microbiology and Laboratory
• BIOL3345: Molecular Genetics
• Semesters 7 and 8:
• BIOL4855/4856: Molecular Biology Techniques and Laboratory
• BIOL6240-6241: Molecular Cell Biology and Laboratory
• BIOL4950: Biology Seminar
• BIOL4405: Ethics in Science
• BIOL4950: Biology Seminar II
• BIOL5306: Immunology
• BIOL6840: Cell Culture
• Semesters 9 and 10 (Graduate):
• BIOL6720: Molecular Biotechnology (3 credits)

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Research in various fields of biology, such as genetics, immunology, cell biology, and biotechnology
• Healthcare careers, including medical research, clinical diagnostics, and pharmaceutical development
• Careers in business, law, or scientific writing that require a strong foundation in biology
• Opportunities:
• The program prepares students for careers that require advanced knowledge and skills in molecular and cellular biology.
• Graduates may pursue further education, such as a Ph.D. degree, or enter directly into the workforce.
• Outcomes:
• The program aims to equip students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and professional connections to succeed in their chosen career paths.