This major and concentration provides an opportunity for a diversified background in biology, applicable to a wide range of introductory positions of employment in business and industry, hospitals, universities, the military and government at the local, state and federal levels. It also provides excellent preparation for graduate work in biology or related sciences.
A 2.00 grade point average is required for all biology courses taken in the department. Exceptions must be requested via petition to the department’s academic programs committee.
For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Biology department page.
For related information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, http://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/home.htm
| Total Credits Required | 124 |
| Liberal Studies |
30-40
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| Health Promotion Requirements | 2 |
| Biology Core | 24 |
| Other Required Courses | 19-20 |
| See Biology Major for complete list of required courses. | |
| Core Courses for General Biology Concentration | 20 |
| Core Course | 4 |
| BI 494 Capstone Seminar * | 4 |
| General Biology Concentration Electives | 16 |
| Any BI course at the 200 level or above, including at least 8 credits at the 300-level, but not BI 305 | |
*Appropriate research or professional experiences may be substituted for this requirement.
Bulletin Year:
2015 - 2016 Undergraduate Bulletin
| View the current NMU Catalog.