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Undergraduate Catalog | 2021-2022 
    
Undergraduate Catalog | 2021-2022 Previous Edition

Department of Biological Sciences




We are in what has been called the “Century of Biology,” and Biological Sciences is one of the largest majors at UNC Charlotte.  The program prepares students for a growing number of careers and professional and graduate programs in medicine and other allied health professions, dental and veterinary medicine, biotechnology, environmental management, conservation, research, science journalism, education, and more.

Undergraduate Programs

The Department of Biological Sciences’ B.A. and B.S. programs provide all students with a broad introduction to cell biology, ecology, evolution, genetics, and physiology.  The B.A. degree provides a foundation in the basic principles of biology as background to understanding the biological world, and as preparation for many careers, such as secondary education; while the B.S. degree provides opportunity for advanced studies in academic or professional programs.  For elective courses, students collaborate with their advisor to choose topics that interest them and provide a broad range of knowledge and skills to serve in the future.  Throughout the curriculum, faculty provide hands-on research opportunities through the core labs, individualized research courses, internships, and the honors program.

The Minor in Biology is offered for students who desire some experience in biology as an adjunct to their major.  The Minor in Biotechnology provides an interdisciplinary curriculum with an internship for students interested in this emerging field.

Graduate Programs

The department offers two Graduate Certificate programs; early entry Master’s, non-thesis-based Master’s and thesis-based Master’s programs; and an interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in Biological Sciences.  For details, see the department website and the Graduate Catalog.


Programs

    Majors

    Minors

    Honors Programs

    Early Entry Programs