Biology
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
About the Major
Our department of biology offers a dynamic and modern program which will prepare you academically and practically for science and science-related fields and entry into graduate studies. Special studies opportunities with SDSU faculty and scientists at cooperating institutions allow qualified students to gain research experience on an individual basis.
Program Highlights
Formal programs of study within the major include emphases in cell and molecular biology, ecology, evolutionary biology, marine biology, and zoology.
Sample Courses
- Principles of Cell and Molecular Biology
- Ecology and the Environment
- Functional Genomics Laboratory
Career Options
The rapid advances in theoretical and applied biology, the growing demands in health care and the expansion of general interest in and concern for the environment are just a few of the factors which continue to increase society’s need for biologists.
- Illumina
- Scripps Health
- Kaiser Permanente
- Eli Lilly and Company
Academic Experiences
- Donald P. Shiley BioScience Center
- SDSU Museum of Biodiversity
- SDSU Field Station Program
- Flow Cytometry Facility
Transferable Skills
- Broad knowledge of the life sciences
- Operate scientific equipment
- Conduct and share research
- Organize and maintain accurate records
- Have detailed knowledge of lab techniques
- Solve problems and make detailed observations
- Knowledge of general medical conditions
- Clinical experience and classroom experience
- Thinking critically and analytically
- Operate scientific equipment
Biology Department
College of Sciences
