Biology B.S.

Georgia College & State University

Bachelor's degree

In Gurjaani (Georgia)

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Gurjaani (Georgia)

  • Duration

    Flexible

  • Start date

    Different dates available

All undergraduate biology majors will receive thorough instruction in the scientific process and interpretation of scientific data along with experimental design and experience with modern instrumentation. The Bachelor of Science in Biology will provide students with a sound understanding of cellular and molecular biology, organismal biology, evolution and ecology.

There are three broad subdivisions of biology that are invariably recognized: Cellular and Molecular Biology; Organismal Biology; and Evolution/Ecology. GC Biology graduates will have a knowledge and awareness of all three areas and specific knowledge regarding: the chemical composition of life, cell structure and function, molecular, Mendelian and population genetics, the diversity of life, the form and function of living systems, evolutionary theory and ecology.

GC graduates will be well prepared for pursuing careers and advanced degrees in the field of biology and environmental sciences. Research opportunities are available at the undergraduate level. The faculty view active research as an effective teaching tool. Graduates of the programs will be well-trained, have a broad perspective on current biological and/or environmental science topics and concerns and have field and laboratory experience that will make them competitive in the job market or well prepared to continue their education.

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About this course

Graduates usually go into one of four career tracks: industry, for example as microbiologists, food and drug technologists, environmental consultants, laboratory technicians, biotechnologists and scientists; state and federal government, for example as entomologists, environmental scientists, plant pathologists, zoo curators, horticulturists, agronomists, fisheries, wildlife and forest conservationists; or professional self-employment as physicians, veterinarians, dentists, optometrists, environmental attorneys, landscape architects; or K-16 educators, from the junior high school to college level. A small number of graduates pursue careers as academic scientists becoming faculty at masters and doctoral degree granting institutions.

Minimum grade of C in Principles I and II (BIOL 1107/1108) is prerequisite to all Biology 2000 level courses and up.
A grade of C or better must be earned in Area F, Cognate area and 2000/3000 courses required for the major.
Unless otherwise noted, courses may not be repeated for additional academic credit. Courses may be repeated to raise a grade, but the hours credited will only count once toward total hours earned.

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Subjects

  • Biology
  • Ecology
  • Genetics
  • Molecular Biology
  • GCSE Physics
  • Principles of Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Sciences
  • Geology
  • Environmental
  • Sciences

Course programme

Degree Requirements

Areas A-E (see Core section of the Catalog) (42 semester hours)
  • Area F (18 semester hours)
  • Principles of Biology I
  • Principles of Biology I Lab
  • Principles of Biology II
  • Principles of Biology II Lab
  • Genetics
  • Ecology
2 Credit hours from 1000 or 2000 level courses that are relevant to the major (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Computer Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Geology, Math, etc)

(Any transfer student who has not completed the courses in Area F, or their equivalents, must take these courses at GC.)

Major Requirements (27 semester hours)
  • Seminar
  • Cellular & Molecular Physiolog
  • Organismal Physiology
  • Evolution
UPPER DIVISION CLASSES (18 HOURS)

Any 3000-4000 level BIOL course except: BIOL 3000, BIOL 3200, BIOL 3400, BIOL 3700, and Senior Capstone Course.
A total of 6 credit hours of any of the following courses may count towards the 18 hours of upper division classes. Additional credit hours may count with permission of the chair. No more than 3 credit hours of any one of these courses may be counted without permission of the chair: BIOL 3999, BIOL 4940, BIOL 4960, BIOL 4980, and BIOL 4999

Cognate Requirements (8-16 semester hours)

Two of the courses listed below may be taken in Area D for Science Majors. Additional hours required.
  • Principles of Chemistry I
  • Principles of Chemistry Lab I
  • Principles of Chemistry II
  • Principles of Chemistry Lab II
  • Organic Chemistry I
  • Organic Chemistry Lab I
  • Introductory Physics I
  • Introductory Physics Lab I
  • Principles of Physics I
  • Principles of Physics Lab I

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Biology B.S.

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