Our Biology Major

What is Biology?

Biology is the study of life. Biologists examine living organisms (plant, animal or human) and learn how they grow, operate, function and develop.

With this knowledge base, biologists have the opportunity to improve lives through work in research, medicine or education.

What type of career can I look forward to with a Biology degree?

Our Biology graduates are prepared to:

Enter graduate degree programs, to earn a Master of Science or a Ph.D. in Biology or related fields, such as biochemistry, genetics or molecular biology.
Join the workforce and perform cutting-edge laboratory work in research and development or quality control.
Enroll in professional schools to earn a degree in medicine, pharmacy, dentistry and more.

What makes Walsh's Biology undergraduate program unique?

Faculty with Experience. Each of our Ph.D. Biology faculty members specialize in their areas of expertise. They are excellent teachers and competent researchers.
Diverse Course Offering. Biology majors choose from a wide assortment of electives that satisfy their personal and professional interests.
Early Research Opportunities.
State-of-the-Art Facilities. Walsh houses laboratories equipped with the latest technologies, giving our students a chance to work with the instruments and tools used in the field.

Generally speaking, what courses will I need to take?

The Biology major involves 32 semester hours of required coursework and laboratory experience. All Biology majors must complete either Calculus I or Elementary Functions I and II. Other classes required in the Biology undergraduate program include:

Principles of Biology
Principles of Chemistry
Microbiology
Anatomy & Physiology
Organic Chemistry
Introduction to Research
Botany
Physics

Students also can select electives covering specialized topics, such as Immunology, Cell Biology, Genetics, Comparative Anatomy, Biochemistry and Parasitology. These courses enhance the foundational knowledge needed for graduate programs.