Bachelor in Biology Slippery Rock University

Biology is the study of living organisms, focusing on the structure and development of life and evolutionary processes. In SRU's Biology program, you'll learn about living systems in the classroom, laboratory, and field. You'll develop important analytical and critical thinking skills, and gain vital research and collaboration experience. SRU offers both Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Sciences degrees in Biology, as well as a minor in Biology.

Careers in Biology

Graduates of SRU's Biology program go on to a diverse range of careers, such as:

• Biochemist
• Biological Technician
• Chiropractor
• Dentist
• Genetic Counselor
• Health Communications Specialist
• Health Educator
• Medical and Health Services Manager
• Pharmaceutical / Medical Product Sales Rep
• Physician's Assistant and Nurse Practitioner

Careers in Medicine

This program prepares graduates to practice medicine throughout the United States and Canada. You may have a private practice or you may find yourself in a team of healthcare providers.

Why Choose Biology?

If you have a passion for nature, research, and learning about different life systems, the Biology program at SRU is for you. This major offers a flexible course selection, enabling you to pursue your individual interests.

SRU also offers several Biology degree-plus options with affiliated schools-facilitating a smooth transition to graduate degrees. These include:

• Chiropractic at Logan University and Palmer College of Chiropractic
• Dental Early Admission Program (DEAP)
• Dentistry at the LECOM School of Dental Medicine (Bradenton, FL campus) and West Virginia School of Dentistry
• Osteopathic Medicine at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM)
• The pharmacy at the LECOM School of Pharmacy
• Physical Therapy at SRU
• Physician Assistant Studies at Chatham University

What Will You Learn?

You'll receive training in both basic and advanced biological concepts. Through class discussions, laboratory experiments, and fieldwork, you'll learn about different areas of biology such as:

• Animal and plant physiology
• Botany
• Cellular biology
• Ecology
• Genetics
• Microbiology
• Molecular biology
• Vertebrate and plant anatomy
• Zoology

Biology: Pre-Medicine 4+4 track

Start your journey to becoming a medical doctor at SRU. The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biology - American University of Antigua (AUA) College of Medicine 4+4 program allows biology majors who have completed specific coursework the opportunity to apply for admission to the Doctor of Medicine program. The requirements for this program are established by AUA and may be found with their listed entrance requirements. In the AUA College of Medicine 4+4 program, students complete the undergraduate biology program at Slippery Rock University before continuing on to the four-year medical school program at AUA.