Biology - South Dakota State University

Biology from South Dakota State University is a Campus Bachelor Biology degree that prepares you for a Science career. Students majoring in Biology will need to select from among five areas of specialization depending upon their particular interest and goals. Each of the specializations has a set of core courses plus a list of elective courses that are pertinent to that specialization. Students select a required number of courses from the elective list, and thereby, are able to tailor their education to their specific career goals. 1. Ecology specialization prepares a student for careers in environmental sciences and in ecosystem modeling 2. Organismal Biology specialization provides the student with a broad, classical background in the emphasis areas of General Biology, Botany and Zoology. This training prepares them to work in a wide range of careers.Graduates wishing to pursue a career in a specialized area of organismal biology are encouraged to consider an advanced degree program. a) Biology emphasis allows students to receive a balanced training in both botany and zoology b) Botany emphasis concentrates on the scientific study of plants. Graduates with this emphasis are qualified for professions in plant research and industry. The Department offers also a Botany Minor for those wishing to augment their knowledge in the area of plants. c) Zoology emphasis concentrates on the scientific study of animals. The graduate with an emphasis in zoology is qualified for professions in animal research and industry. The Department also offers a Zoology Minor for those wishing to augment their knowledge in the area of animal biology. 3. Molecular/Cellular specialization trains students for professions that utilize genetics, cell biology, molecular biology and biotechnology 4. Pre-professional specialization is designed for students planning to apply to health-related pre-professional programs (i.e. pre-chiropractic, pre-dentistry, pre-medicine, pre-optometry, pre-occupational therapy, pre-physical therapy and pre-physician assistant. 5. Secondary Education specialization provides students with the background needed for a successful career teaching biology in middle and high schools. View more details on South Dakota State University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Biology courses.