BA/BS in Biology, General

The Biology major at Claflin University is built for students who want to understand living organisms and how they interact with their environment. It sits within the Department of Biology in the natural sciences area of the university. Coursework connects core life science ideas with contemporary issues that shape society, from environmental concerns to health. Students gain hands-on experience in laboratories and research settings, and many present their findings at national conferences. Summer and academic-year internships give learners practical experience that complements classroom study. Faculty are active in research, which opens projects in areas such as cancer research, public health, and plant biotechnology. Graduates go on to medicine, research, environmental careers, and graduate study. A tight-knit community of students and faculty supports learners in lectures as well as in the laboratory, and the program prepares students to lead and serve in a diverse, global society.