Biology, BS Curriculum

Math, Science and Technology
Academic Affairs

• Program Type: Baccalaureate
• Requirements for this program are current for Spring 2013
• Required credits to graduate with this degree: 120
• Required credits within the major: 120
• This program requires summer terms.
• Degree: Bachelor of Science
• Minor in Biology is available

The B.S. in biology provides students with a broad knowledge of the biological sciences while introducing them to the practical skills needed in today's biotech industries and the background required to be successful applicants to graduate programs. Students may choose from advanced courses designed to emphasize studies in either animal or plant systems while participating in a common core of courses which provide knowledge in the basic principles relevant to both areas.

Program outcomes: graduates will

• Explain and reconstruct the scientific method and can apply this mode of inquiry in a laboratory setting
• Explain and apply basic principles of biology in work setting
• Demonstrate teamwork skills
• Apply, critique, and synthesize protocols from current literature
• Demonstrate and critique effective oral and written communication skills
• Formulate proper data collection and analysis methods
• Interpret and practice professional and ethical behavior related to biological research
• Identify, provide examples, differentiate, and integrate current biology techniques into their scientific investigations

Program Delivery

This program is available:

• via classroom (the majority of instruction is face-to-face)

Admission Requirements

For information about University of Minnesota admission requirements, visit the Office of Admissions website.

General Requirements

All students are required to complete general University and college requirements. For more information, see the graduation requirements.

Program Requirements

• AGRO 3030 - Research Techniques (3.0 cr)
• AGRO 3230 - Introduction to Plant Pathology (3.0 cr)
• ANSC 3203 - Animal Anatomy and Physiology (4.0 cr)
• ANSC 3304 - Reproduction, AI, and Lactation (4.0 cr)
• BIOL 2103 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4.0 cr)
• BIOL 2104 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4.0 cr)
• BIOL 3131 - Plant Physiology (3.0 cr)
• BIOL 3140 - Histology (4.0 cr)
• BIOL 3464 - Mammalogy (3.0 cr)
• BIOL 3466 - Ornithology (3.0 cr)
• BIOL 3722 - Limnology (3.0 cr)
• BIOL 3994 - Undergraduate Research (1.0-3.0 cr)
• BIOL 4361 - Developmental Biology (4.0 cr)
• HSCI 1123 - Fundamentals of Nutrition [BIOL SCI] (3.0 cr)
• HSCI 1313 {Inactive} (3.0 cr)
• GEOL 1001 - Introductory Geology [PHYS SCI, PEOPLE/ENV] (3.0 cr)
• MATH 1272 - Calculus II (4.0 cr)
• NATR 3364 - Plant Taxonomy (3.0 cr)
• SOIL 1293 - Soil Science (3.0 cr)
• AGRO 2573 - Entomology (3.0 cr)
or NATR 2573 - Entomology (3.0 cr)

Biology Minor Curriculum

Math, Science and Technology
Academic Affairs

• Program Type: Undergraduate minor related to major
• Requirements for this program are current for Spring 2013
• Required credits in this minor: 20 to 21

The biology minor program introduces students to the core concepts in a broad range of biological areas with two possible emphases, animal or plant biology. It is designed to complement majors in animal sciences, agriculture, and natural resources but can be tailored for students in other majors as well.

Program Delivery

This program is available:

• via classroom (the majority of instruction is face-to-face)

Minor Requirements