Biology encompasses the study of life and living organisms. Biology embraces a vast and rapidly expanding body of knowledge and inquiry, including:

• Biochemistry, cellular biology, and molecular biology
• Anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems
• Evolution, natural history, and biodiversity of all forms of life
• Ecology of organisms, populations, communities and ecosystems

The study of biology provides an academic foundation for career and postgraduate opportunities in:

• Research (in academic, industrial, government, chemical, agriculture, pharmaceutical, and environmental labs)
• Education (teaching and graduate study)
• Healthcare (human medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, veterinary medicine, physical therapy, etc)

The core curriculum required of all biological sciences majors consists of basic course work in introductory biology, biodiversity, cellular biology, evolution, genetics, and ecology. A variety of advanced courses offer greater depth and specific information leading to proficiency and preparation for employment and other postgraduate activities.

Most students pursue a B.S. degree, which prepares students for careers in biology or postgraduate study including medical school, graduate school, and other options. Two emphasis areas are also offered under the B.A. option: pre-medicine and secondary education.