Majors can earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology or Clinical Laboratory Science.
Options in Biology include:
- Botany
- Microbiology
- Zoology
- Medical Sciences*
- Science/Biology Teacher Certification
...all leading to a Bachelor of Science degree.
Students intending to pursue medical careers or professional programs should choose the Bachelor of Science in Biology with a medical sciences option. The Medical Sciences option offers two possible minors in either:
- Chemistry (for students wishing to pursue a professional school, such as medical school, dental school, optometry school, and veterinarian programs) or in
- Psychology (for students wishing to pursue a physical and occupational therapy program)
Why Study Biology at Western Illinois University?
Few biology departments offer research and field experiences to undergraduates - a strength of our department is our commitment to undergraduate research .
An Established Commitment to a High-Quality Undergraduate Education
The Biology undergraduate major features:
- Courses taught by faculty members, not graduate students
- An active faculty advisor program and an active career advising/career development program
- A wide variety of courses providing a strong background in the natural and social sciences, humanities, and writing
- A curriculum which supports students pursuing their individual academic interests
- Libraries with Internet access to biology and research journals
- Easily accessible computer labs for student use
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