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Biology Majors Information SessionBiology Advising Center
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Biology Advising Center Resources
• See course descriptions for any of the degree options
• Find degree checklists for any of the options
• Links to the other sites of interest to Biology majors
• Review syllabi for frequently offered courses
• Run an Interactive Degree Audit. Run audits for any option to compare requirements
Careers in Biological SciencesAquacultureAquariumsBioethicsBioinformaticsBiotech IndustriesBlood Banks Centers for Disease Control Clinical Microbiologist Conservation Biologist Conservation Botanist Cytogenetics Drug Industries Environmental Agencies Environmental Analyst Environmental Law Epidemiologist Ethno-biologyField BiologistFood/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 SciencesCareer
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 BiologyYour 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 BiologyDegree 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 BiologyOption 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 BiologyOption I: Ecology, Evolution and Behavior
Careers include:Wildlife BiologistNatural Resource ManagerField Biologist Environmental AnalystConservation BiologistGraduate studies
BS BiologyOption 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 BiologyOption II: Human Biology
• 18 hours common core biology• 15 hours concentration (must choose one)
Cell, molecular and developmental Social aspects of health and diseaseGenetics and biotechnology Problems in developing countriesPathogenesis and immunity Human impact on the environment
BS BiologyOption II: Human Biology
Careers include:Public Health
Genetic Counseling
Bioinformatics
Biotech Industries
Law/Public Policy
World Health Organizations
Peace Corps
BS BiologyOption III: Marine & Freshwater Biology
• Focused course work on
oceanography, 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 BiologyOption III: Marine & Freshwater Biology
Careers include:Marine Biotechnology
Graduate Studies
Research Scientist
Environmental Agencies
Aquariums
Aquaculture
BS BiologyOption IV: Microbiology
• Focused course work in microbe/host
interactions, virus replication, immune
system responses, bacteria and fungi
• Strong emphasis on lab work
BS BiologyOption IV: Microbiology
Careers include:Epidemiologist
Research Scientist
Biotech Industries
Clinical Microbiologist
Texas Department of Health
Centers for Disease Control
Graduate Studies
BS BiologyOption 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 BiologyOption V: Cell & Molecular Biology
Careers include:Research scientist
Biotech industries
Graduate studies
BS BiologyOption 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 BiologyOption VI: Neurobiology
Careers include:Neurologist
Research Scientist
MD/PhD
Biotech Industries
Graduate Studies
BS BiologyOption VII: Plant Biology
• Course work covers all aspects of plant biology - physiology, ecology, molecular biology and genomics
• Choose 11 hours from other disciplines within Natural Sciences
• 24 hours of BIO after Genetics
BS BiologyOption VII: Plant Biology
Careers include:
Graduate Studies
Research Scientist
Drug Industries
Food/Agriculture
Conservation Botanist
BS BiologyOption 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 BiologyOption 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
or 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 educationFor 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
of 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 !