Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Biological Sciences] From Dixie State University

The Bachelor of Science in Biology degree at DSU is designed to provide students with a firm foundation and understanding of the unifying concepts of Biology, including those at the molecular, cellular, and ecosystem levels. It is also essential that biology students develop a strong background in the areas of Chemistry, Physics, and Math because the comprehension and mastery of biological concepts is contingent upon the integration of these other sciences.

All Biological Sciences students will complete a set of core courses focusing on general Biology, genetics, ecology, evolution, cellular and molecular biology, scientific writing, and data analysis. These core areas are intended to prepare an underlying support for further study in Biology. Upon completion of the core, students may select other upper-division Biology courses that allow them to explore and develop in one or more areas (zoology, botany, microbiology, ecological, or molecular) of their choosing.

The versatility of the Biology degree prepares successful undergraduate Biology majors to enter professional programs in medicine, dentistry, and veterinary medicine, as well as other professional programs and graduate schools. Graduates of the Biology program may also opt for governmental or private-sector careers in such fields as natural resource management, environmental research, health care, the biomedical industry, independent laboratory research, or science teaching.