Biology

The mission of the Biology Department is to provide the student with a broad theoretical and experimental background in the major areas of biology as preparation for graduate study, research, biology teaching, or medical, veterinary, or other professional graduate programs.

We are entering what is widely regarded as the century of biology.
The life sciences, undergoing consolidation, are forming two major domains:

• One extends from the molecule to the organism,
• the other brings together population biology, biodiversity studies, and ecology.

To best appreciate life in its full complexity, both domains must be investigated.

Many of our graduates enter the health care field, either at the pre- or post-professional level.

At Elms College, the Biology Department also offers the following:

• Biology teacher preparation
• Minor in Biology
• Liberal Arts Major with a Concentration in Biological Science
• Pre-medicine in preparation for Medical, Dental, Optometry, Veterinary, Chiropractic, Physician Assistant, Physical Therapy or similar professional health programs

Bachelor of Arts Degree

Major in Biology(Min. at Elms College: 18 cr. / Min. G.P.A.: 2.5)

Major Requirements-66 credits

Biology courses-36 credits

Other Science Or Math Courses-30 credits