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Forensics/Crime Labs Genetic Counseling Graduate Studies Hospital Laboratories Law/Public Policy Marine Biotechnology MD/PhD Natural Resource Manager Neurologist Peace Corps Pharmaceutical Sales Private Research Laboratories Public Health Research Scientist Biology Teacher Scientific Writing Texas Department of Health Wildlife Biologist World Health Organization

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Biology Degree Paths

Bachelor of Arts & Bachelor of Science and Arts• One option• Well-rounded

Bachelor of Science• Ten options• More specialized

Typical 1st Semester Courses for All Options

• Calculus: M 408C or 408N• Chemistry: CH 301• Biology: BIO 311C• Biology: BIO 206L (if

needed)• Fine Arts, Social Science or

UGS course

Biology Degree Paths

Bachelor of Arts• 4th semester foreign language proficiency• 6 hours each social science and fine arts• One semester of calculus• More elective hours• Minimum 120 total hours

BA BiologyYour career options could include:Pharmaceutical Sales

Scientific Writing

Environmental Law

Bioinformatics

Bioethics

Ethno-biology

Biology Degree Paths

Bachelor of Science• 2nd semester foreign language proficiency or

foreign culture courses• Physics and chemistry required• Two semesters of calculus• Fewer electives• Minimum 126 total hours

BS BiologyDegree options :• I: Ecology, Evolution & Behavior• II: Human Biology• III: Marine & Freshwater Biology• IV: Microbiology• V: Cell & Molecular Biology• VI: Neurobiology• VII: Plant Biology• VIII: Teaching• IX: Biology Honors• X: Computational Biology

BS BiologyOption I: Ecology, Evolution and Behavior

• Focused course work on animal, plant and ecological studies, evolution and adaptation, and field experiences

• 27 hours of BIO after Genetics

BS BiologyOption I: Ecology, Evolution and Behavior

Careers include:Wildlife BiologistNatural Resource ManagerField Biologist Environmental AnalystConservation BiologistGraduate studies

BS BiologyOption II: Human Biology

• Interdisciplinary approach to the study of biological sciences

• Relationship between biology and society

• Includes course work from: Anthropology, Geography, Sociology

• 37 hours in the major after Genetics

BS BiologyOption II: Human Biology

• 18 hours common core biology• 15 hours concentration (must choose one)

Cell, molecular and developmental Social aspects of health and diseaseGenetics and biotechnology Problems in developing countriesPathogenesis and immunity Human impact on the environment

BS BiologyOption II: Human Biology

Careers include:Public Health

Genetic Counseling

Bioinformatics

Biotech Industries

Law/Public Policy

World Health Organizations

Peace Corps

BS BiologyOption III: Marine & Freshwater Biology

• Focused course work on

oceanography, marine ecosystems,

aquatic plants, insects and fishes

• Summer field study at the Marine

Science Institute in Post Aransas, TX

• 29 hours of BIO after Genetics

BS BiologyOption III: Marine & Freshwater Biology

Careers include:Marine Biotechnology

Graduate Studies

Research Scientist

Environmental Agencies

Aquariums

Aquaculture

BS BiologyOption IV: Microbiology

• Focused course work in microbe/host

interactions, virus replication, immune

system responses, bacteria and fungi

• Strong emphasis on lab work

BS BiologyOption IV: Microbiology

Careers include:Epidemiologist

Research Scientist

Biotech Industries

Clinical Microbiologist

Texas Department of Health

Centers for Disease Control

Graduate Studies

BS BiologyOption V: Cell & Molecular Biology

• Other requirements include calculus-based physics and 6 hours of upper

division chemistry

• Focused course work in cell structure and function, DNA and RNA, and

cell development & evolution

• Opportunities for research

BS BiologyOption V: Cell & Molecular Biology

Careers include:Research scientist

Biotech industries

Graduate studies

BS BiologyOption VI: Neurobiology

• Interdisciplinary preparation in neuroscience with options for

courses in chemistry, computer sciences and psychology

• Focused course work in cell and molecular systems,

neurotransmitters, brain and nervous system disorders, and

biochemistry

• Opportunities for research

BS BiologyOption VI: Neurobiology

Careers include:Neurologist

Research Scientist

MD/PhD

Biotech Industries

Graduate Studies

BS BiologyOption VII: Plant Biology

• Course work covers all aspects of plant biology - physiology, ecology, molecular biology and genomics

• Choose 11 hours from other disciplines within Natural Sciences

• 24 hours of BIO after Genetics

BS BiologyOption VII: Plant Biology

Careers include:

Graduate Studies

Research Scientist

Drug Industries

Food/Agriculture

Conservation Botanist

BS BiologyOption VIII: Teaching

• Complete teaching certification and a science degree for middle or high school in four years

• Get experience in a classroom setting right away

• Students advised by UTeach advisor

BS BiologyOption X: Computational Biology

• Investigate complex systems using mathematical, statistical and computer-based techniques

• Provides essential foundation in mathematics, computer science, and statistics

• 24 hours of BIO after Genetics

BS Biology

Careers include:Biotechnology Industries

Research Scientist

Graduate Studies

Option X: Computational Biology

BS Biology• Bachelor of Science• 2nd semester foreign language proficiency

or foreign culture courses• Physics and chemistry required• Two semesters of calculus• Fewer electives• Minimum 126 total hours

Biology Degree Paths

Bachelor of Science and Arts• 48 hours of science and math• 12 hours of cross- disciplinary work• 15-18 hours of a minor or certificate

BSA Options in: Biology, Biochemistry, and Neuroscience

Other Degrees• Medical Laboratory Science (BS)

• Public Health (BS)

• Environmental Science, Biological Sciences Track (BS)

• Biochemistry (BA, BS and BSA options)

• Neuroscience (BS and BSA options)

BS in Medical Laboratory Science

• Specialized degree• Perform laboratory procedures that

diagnose and treat disease• 100 total hours of course work required

(23 hours of BIO after Genetics)• Completed in a 12-16 month accredited

program of clinical educationFor more go to:Medical Laboratory Science major information

BS in Public Health• 19 hours of foundational courses• 18 hours of public health core

courses• 9 hours from one of 6 different

concentration areas

For more go to: Public Health major information

BS in Environmental Science• Environmental Science (EVS),

Biological Sciences track• 18 hours of Biology after the

completion of BIO325

For more information go to: www.esi.utexas.edu/students

BS in Biochemistry• 9 hours of Biology after the

completion of BIO325• 12 hours of Biochemistry + 21 hours

of Chemistry

For more go to: Biochemistry major information

BS in Neuroscience• Full Calculus sequence, Calculus

based Physics• Neuroscience coursework and

research in a Neuroscience related field

For more go to: Neuroscience major information

What’s next?Choose your Biology major option after researching the

Degree checklist and course descriptions. Consider your interest in the courses required and your

potential for success based on a strong foundation in your previous Biology courses. Remember, a

Biology degree is not required for a Health Professions career.

Good luck !