Description

Build a strong foundation in the sciences as well as superb lab skills as you develop the confidence to teach content that you are passionate about. You can also use the major as a stepping stone to related graduate and professional programs.

The secondary education in biology concentration is designed for students who want to teach biology at the high school level. In addition to the standard curriculum, students receive hands-on experience in laboratory instruction in this BS program in applied biological sciences. Our goal is to prepare teachers who excel in biology and the related sciences.

Graduates can pursue numerous entry-level careers in biology. Specific career fields include secondary education, wildlife and restoration ecology, and urban horticulture. Employment opportunities exist in private and public sectors. Also, graduates of the general program in applied biological sciences are prepared to succeed in graduate or professional schools in disciplines