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Why Choose A Degree In Biology?Biology is an exciting area of science that offers a broad and advancing frontier between the known and the unknown. If the first half of this century was the era of the theoretical physicist, then the second half is definitely the era of the biologist. Many of the problems we face as a society, from the destruction of the rain forests to human cloning, will require biological solutions. The Biology Department offers courses, within the framework of a liberal arts college, that give both majors and non-majors the necessary background to make informed decisions concerning these issues. For the Biology major, the department has a sustained record of success in preparing undergraduate and graduate students for careers in biology. The department's strengths are in the areas of premedical/predental preparation with an additional focus in ecology/field biology. Recently we have expanded our offerings in molecular biology and are in the process of adding new faculty to support this field. While excellent teaching is the primary goal of our faculty, most are also involved in grant funded research. Undergraduate and graduate student involvement in faculty research is encouraged. In addition, as part of Charleston's large scientific community we offer our students internship/research opportunities in nearly all areas of academic and applied biology. Requirements in the major include courses in four core areas: Physiology, Field biology, Descriptive biology, and Developmental biology. Courses in these areas meet the needs of a wide variety of programs in biology, medicine, secondary school science teaching, social work, wildlife, and conservation. Additional electives in biology may be selected to fulfill the interests of the individual. Preparation for graduate school is encouraged. Premedical-Predental Program Students who are planning to enter medical school, dental school, veterinary school, or professional school in allied health should consider the B.S. Biology major. The flexibility of the major course of study permits the paraprofessional students to tailor their plans of study to each area of specialty. The department coordinates a voluntary health program where students may gain practical experience before graduation. The large number of electives available in the biology curriculum makes it possible for the student to develop the broad science-humanities background neccessary in the medical or dental profession. |
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