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Biology
- Department of Biology
- College of Social and Natural Sciences
- Sattgast Hall 218-755-2920
Faculty
Dr. Kerry Openshaw (Chair), Dr. Donald Cloutman, Dr. Mark Fulton,
Dr. Patrick Guilfoile, Dr. Alice Lindgren, Dr. John Mellen, Dr.
Elizabeth Rave
- Bachelor of Arts in Biology
Field of Emphasis:
Naturalist
- Bachelor of Science in Biology
Fields of Emphasis:
Cellular Molecular Biology
Naturalist
- Bachelor of Science in Aquatic Biology
- Minor in Biology
- Bachelor of Science in Life Science (Biology), Teacher
Licensure
- Bachelor of Science in Science (Life Science), Teacher
Licensure
- Minor in Life Science, B.S., Teacher Licensure
- Related Degrees and Programs (See separate program
listings)
Minor in Earth Science
Minor in Geology
Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology
Field of Emphasis, Elementary Education B.S.: Biology
- Pre-Professional Areas of Study (See listings under
Pre-Professional Programs)
Chiropractic
Dentistry
Medicine
Mortuary Science
Occupational Therapy
Optometry
Pharmacy
Physical Therapy
Physician Assistant
Veterinary Medicine
Biology is the science of life. Biologists study all living things
and their interactions with their environments. The study of human
biology helps us to understand ourselves, and the study of other life
forms helps us to understand them and the world we share. Because the
field of biology extends to so many areas--from viruses to blue
whales--it offers diverse opportunities for personal and professional
study and growth.
Communication Proficiency: Biology courses numbered 3000
and above will require each student to complete either a written or
an oral project as specified by the instructor. Biology, Aquatic
Biology, and Life Science majors must register for and pass BIOL
3140 Biology Writing Certification prior to graduation. Students
should complete this course early in their junior year.
Preparation
See Section II, Enrollment
for required high school preparation
Recommended High School Courses
- Algebra
- Biology
- Calculus
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Precalculus
- Trigonometry
Second Majors and Minors
Students are encouraged to discuss with their biology
advisor the option of a second major or minor that might
strengthen or complement their major.
Career Directions
- Agricultural Sales
- Allied Health Professions
- Education
- Field/Laboratory Biology Technician
- Food Sciences
- Government Service
- Graduate Study
- Industry
- Medical Professions
- Natural History
- Pharmaceutical Sales
- Research
- Science and Technical Writing
- Wildlife Sciences
Credit Requirement
Transfer Students: At least one-third of the credits to be
included in the major must be successfully completed at Bemidji State
University.
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