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Biology Majors Information Session

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• See course descriptions for

any of the degree options

• Find degree checklists for any
• f the options
• Links to the other sites of

interest to Biology majors

• Review syllabi for frequently
• ffered courses
• Run an Interactive Degree
• Audit. Run audits for any
• ption to compare

requirements

Careers in Biological Sciences

Aquaculture Aquariums Bioethics Bioinformatics Biotech Industries Blood Banks Centers for Disease Control Clinical Microbiologist Conservation Biologist Conservation Botanist Cytogenetics Drug Industries Environmental Agencies Environmental Analyst Environmental Law Epidemiologist Ethno-biology Field Biologist Food/Agriculture Forensics/Crime Labs Genetic Counseling Graduate Studies Hospital Laboratories Law/Public Policy Marine Biotechnology MD/PhD Natural Resource Manager Neurologist Peace Corps Pharmaceutical Sales Private Research Laboratories Public Health Research Scientist Biology Teacher Scientific Writing Texas Department of Health Wildlife Biologist World Health Organization

Career Planning

Natural Sciences Career Health Professions Office

Biology Degree Paths

Bachelor of Arts & Bachelor of Science and Arts

• One option
• Well-rounded

Bachelor of Science

• Ten options
• More specialized

Typical 1st Semester Courses for All Options

• Calculus: M 408C or 408N
• Chemistry: CH 301
• Biology: BIO 311C
• Biology: BIO 206L (if

needed)

• Fine Arts, Social Science or

UGS course

Biology Degree Paths

Bachelor of Arts

• 4th semester foreign language proficiency
• 6 hours each social science and fine arts
• One semester of calculus
• More elective hours
• Minimum 120 total hours

BA Biology

Your career options could include:

Pharmaceutical Sales Scientific Writing Environmental Law Bioinformatics Bioethics Ethno-biology

Biology Degree Paths

Bachelor of Science

• 2nd semester foreign language proficiency or

foreign culture courses

• Physics and chemistry required
• Two semesters of calculus
• Fewer electives
• Minimum 126 total hours

BS Biology

Degree options :

• I: Ecology, Evolution & Behavior
• II: Human Biology
• III: Marine & Freshwater Biology
• IV: Microbiology
• V: Cell & Molecular Biology
• VI: Neurobiology
• VII: Plant Biology
• VIII: Teaching
• IX: Biology Honors
• X: Computational Biology

BS Biology

Option I: Ecology, Evolution and Behavior

• Focused course work on animal, plant and ecological studies,

evolution and adaptation, and field experiences

• 27 hours of BIO after Genetics

BS Biology

Option I: Ecology, Evolution and Behavior Careers include:

Wildlife Biologist Natural Resource Manager Field Biologist Environmental Analyst Conservation Biologist Graduate studies

BS Biology

Option II: Human Biology

• Interdisciplinary approach to the study of biological sciences
• Relationship between biology and society
• Includes course work from: Anthropology, Geography, Sociology
• 37 hours in the major after Genetics

BS Biology

Option II: Human Biology

• 18 hours common core biology
• 15 hours concentration (must choose one)

Cell, molecular and developmental Social aspects of health and disease Genetics and biotechnology Problems in developing countries Pathogenesis and immunity Human impact on the environment

BS Biology

Option II: Human Biology Careers include:

Public Health Genetic Counseling Bioinformatics Biotech Industries Law/Public Policy World Health Organizations Peace Corps

BS Biology

Option III: Marine & Freshwater Biology

• Focused course work on
• ceanography, marine ecosystems,

aquatic plants, insects and fishes

• Summer field study at the Marine

Science Institute in Post Aransas, TX

• 29 hours of BIO after Genetics

BS Biology

Option III: Marine & Freshwater Biology Careers include:

Marine Biotechnology Graduate Studies Research Scientist Environmental Agencies Aquariums Aquaculture

BS Biology

Option IV: Microbiology

• Focused course work in microbe/host

interactions, virus replication, immune system responses, bacteria and fungi

• Strong emphasis on lab work

BS Biology

Option IV: Microbiology Careers include:

Epidemiologist Research Scientist Biotech Industries Clinical Microbiologist Texas Department of Health Centers for Disease Control Graduate Studies

BS Biology

Option V: Cell & Molecular Biology

• Other requirements include calculus-based physics and 6 hours of upper

division chemistry

• Focused course work in cell structure and function, DNA and RNA, and

cell development & evolution

• Opportunities for research

BS Biology

Option V: Cell & Molecular Biology Careers include:

Research scientist Biotech industries Graduate studies

BS Biology

Option VI: Neurobiology

• Interdisciplinary preparation in neuroscience with options for

courses in chemistry, computer sciences and psychology

• Focused course work in cell and molecular systems,

neurotransmitters, brain and nervous system disorders, and biochemistry

• Opportunities for research

BS Biology

Option VI: Neurobiology Careers include:

Neurologist Research Scientist MD/PhD Biotech Industries Graduate Studies

BS Biology

Option VII: Plant Biology

• Course work covers all aspects
• f plant biology - physiology,

ecology, molecular biology and genomics

• Choose 11 hours from other

disciplines within Natural Sciences

• 24 hours of BIO after Genetics

BS Biology

Option VII: Plant Biology

Careers include: Graduate Studies Research Scientist Drug Industries Food/Agriculture Conservation Botanist

BS Biology

Option VIII: Teaching

• Complete teaching certification and a

science degree for middle or high school in four years

• Get experience in a classroom

setting right away

• Students advised by UTeach advisor

BS Biology

Option X: Computational Biology

• Investigate complex systems using

mathematical, statistical and computer-based techniques

• Provides essential foundation in

mathematics, computer science, and statistics

• 24 hours of BIO after Genetics

BS Biology

Careers include: Biotechnology Industries Research Scientist Graduate Studies

Option X: Computational Biology

BS Biology

• Bachelor of Science
• 2nd semester foreign language proficiency
• r foreign culture courses
• Physics and chemistry required
• Two semesters of calculus
• Fewer electives
• Minimum 126 total hours

Biology Degree Paths

Bachelor of Science and Arts

• 48 hours of science and math
• 12 hours of cross- disciplinary work
• 15-18 hours of a minor or certificate

BSA Options in: Biology, Biochemistry, and Neuroscience

Other Degrees

• Medical Laboratory Science (BS)
• Public Health (BS)
• Environmental Science, Biological

Sciences Track (BS)

• Biochemistry (BA, BS and BSA options)
• Neuroscience (BS and BSA options)

BS in

Medical Laboratory Science

• Specialized degree
• Perform laboratory procedures that

diagnose and treat disease

• 100 total hours of course work required

(23 hours of BIO after Genetics)

• Completed in a 12-16 month accredited

program of clinical education For more go to: Medical Laboratory Science major information

BS in Public Health

• 19 hours of foundational courses
• 18 hours of public health core

courses

• 9 hours from one of 6 different

concentration areas For more go to: Public Health major information

BS in Environmental Science

• Environmental Science (EVS),

Biological Sciences track

• 18 hours of Biology after the

completion of BIO325 For more information go to: www.esi.utexas.edu/students

BS in Biochemistry

• 9 hours of Biology after the

completion of BIO325

• 12 hours of Biochemistry + 21 hours
• f Chemistry

For more go to: Biochemistry major information

BS in Neuroscience

• Full Calculus sequence, Calculus

based Physics

• Neuroscience coursework and

research in a Neuroscience related field For more go to: Neuroscience major information

What’s next?

Choose your Biology major option after researching the Degree checklist and course descriptions. Consider your interest in the courses required and your potential for success based on a strong foundation in your previous Biology courses. Remember, a Biology degree is not required for a Health Professions career. Good luck !