Biology - Marymount Manhattan College

Biology from Marymount Manhattan College is a Campus Bachelor Biology degree that prepares you for a Science career. The MMC Advantage Why Choose MMC? The Department of Natural Sciences at Marymount Manhattan Colleges prepares students to excel in the Biological, Chemical, Physical and Mathematical Sciences. The academic program incorporates innovative and interdisciplinary course work to enhance a traditional scientific curriculum. The students are provided with an exceptional foundation in both analytical and quantitative skills and rigorous life science course work. In addition they have the opportunity to engage in faculty guided research. So what's unique about the MMC Biology experience? Our student's science education is enhanced by a broad exposure to non-science, liberal arts classes. Moreover, this experience is provided in an intimate college setting located in an exciting big city environment. Taken together, this combination provides an education that facilitates the successful application of life science skills to future careers and experiences. All in all, the overall nature of the department, a mixture of professors from all disciplines of the Natural Sciences and Mathematics, creates a unique and intimate educational venue for students. Learning Goals for the Major in Biology Demonstrate knowledge of biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics. Demonstrate understanding of natural sciences from both a contemporary and historical perspective. Demonstrate enhanced critical thinking skills. Integrate and apply scientific information. Utilize research strategies to address scientific questions. Fully comprehend and clearly communicate scientific principles. Actively participate in the scientific community. Demonstrate appropriate training for the pursuit of post baccalaureate careers, advanced degrees or professional programs. Complete requirements necessary for admittance to Medical, Dental, and Veterinary schools, as well as graduate Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical, and Nutrition programs (B.S. majors). Where do you go from here? Pre-Med and Beyond The Pre-med track leading towards Bachelors of Science in Biology offers the educational training necessary for admission into professional programs for those students interested in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, nursing/nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or physical therapy. Students are advised about coursework and personally guided toward internships and volunteer activities. Students are also provided a time frame for taking the required entrance examinations (e.g., MCAT, DAT, GRE). The Pre-med track may also be followed by students majoring in other disciplines at MMC. Our individual advisement allows all students from any major the opportunity to create their own program and take only the courses necessary for admission to the program of their choice. View more details on Marymount Manhattan College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Biology courses.