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Biology Major BA

The biology major aims to provide students with a core knowledge of the discipline; an understanding of the scientific method; skills in analytical and quantitative  reasoning; knowledge of the contributions made by scientists; and the ability to deal intelligently with biology-related aspects of their personal and professional lives. Each student must complete 49 credits in the major with grades of C- or above: at least 25 credits must be upper division and at least 25 credits must be completed at Metropolitan State.

Prerequisites

Requirements (49 total credits)

Foundation Courses (20 credits)

Core Courses (15 credits)

Cell Category

Ecology Category

Organism Category

Elective Courses (14 credits)

An additional 14 credits in upper-division biology courses chosen from the list of core courses above, any other 300- or 400-level biology course chosen from the list below, or other approved courses (see advisor for details).