BA/BS in Biology, General

Bethel's Biology B.S. begins with a two-course integrative biology sequence on genes, cells, metabolism, energy and biodiversity. Students add a course on biology in a changing world, introductory research, a seminar and a symposium. Chemistry and physics support the major, including general and organic chemistry, and students can add an internship or research experience. The catalog describes two emphases, Biomedical and Cellular and Molecular Biology, each of 40 credits. The full degree totals between 122 and 126 credits. A student cannot declare the biology major together with a biology minor. Courses carry credit toward both the major and Bethel's broader liberal arts curriculum, so students also take general education studies that widen their perspective beyond one discipline. Anyone considering the program should review the current catalog entry for the complete course list, any listed prerequisites and updates to requirements, since offerings can change from year to year.