Undergraduate Programs – Department of Biological Sciences

a waterfall, viewed through a screen of foliage — Natural resource management is both the subject of an interdisciplinary minor and a recurring focus of research in the department.

Major and Minor Programs

The Department of Biological Sciences offers the following programs for undergraduates:

B.S. in Biology
B.S. in Microbiology
B.S. in Marine Science
Double major in Biology / Marine Science
Minor in Biology and Microbiology
Minor in Natural Resources Management (interdisciplinary)
Minor in Evolutionary Studies (interdisciplinary)
Minor in Neurobiology (interdisciplinary)

The Department of Biological Sciences also offers an honors program for biology and microbiology majors. Required and elective coursework includes both lecture classes and laboratory experience.

Undergraduate Research

Undergraduates may also receive course credit for undergraduate research, in which students participate in basic research projects directed by a faculty member. Information about opportunities for undergraduate research can be found by contacting individual faculty members in the student’s field of interest, and through the University’s Undergraduate Research website.

More Information

For detailed information about degree programs consult the UA Undergraduate Catalog.

For more information about undergraduate degrees and courses, contact the undergraduate director.