Department of Biology

The Department of Biology offers a Bachelor of Science in Biology, a Minor in Biology, the Master of Science in Biology, a graduate Certificate in Conservation Biology, a PhD in Conservative Biology, and participates in an interdisciplinary PhD program in Biomolecular Sciences. The core undergraduate curriculum provides a background in the chemical, mathematical, and physical sciences, as well as broad preparation in the biological sciences. This diverse background opens career opportunities for graduates in areas outside of their particular degree program. Graduates are well prepared to further their education in professional or graduate schools. Selection of electives, in consultation with a faculty advisor, permits emphasis on a subspecialty. Careful selection of restricted and unrestricted electives allows students to satisfy requirements for admission to professional or graduate school while completing their BS degree in Biology. Research experience and exposure to specialized topics not taught through formal courses may be gained through independent study contracts.

Program Academic Learning Compacts (student learning outcomes) for undergraduate programs in the College of Sciences are located at: http://www.oeas.ucf.edu/alc/alc_students_cosci.htm