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对生物学 at Young Harris College

The Bachelor of Science in 生物学 at Young Harris College opens a world of opportunities for you. Our program equips you with a comprehensive understanding of biological 科学s and the necessary skills to excel in diverse fields, ranging from health care to environmental studies.

在YHC, we value a holistic educational approach, grounding 生物学 and all our math, 科学, and technology programs in a robust liberal arts core. We also emphasize critical thinking, hands-on techniques, and the importance of ethics in research, ensuring you’re well-prepared to solve complex biological problems.

生物学 research and your capstone project

Contribute to the world of 科学 as an undergraduate with the YHC 生物学 Program’s exciting research opportunities. You’ll collaborate closely with faculty mentors on research projects, resulting in enriching capstone presentations and the potential for participation in scientific conferences. 

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Careers in 生物学

With a 生物学 major from Young Harris College, the career possibilities are vast, and your educational journey could take you down many rewarding paths.

卫生保健:

Advance the medical field by going into research, biotechnology, or pharmaceuticals. Or provide patient care as a physician, nurse, or therapist.

环境:

Work in conservation, wildlife management, or environmental consulting.

教育:

Share your passion for biology as a 科学 teacher, lecturer, or 科学 journalist. Additionally, a 生物学 major can lead to roles in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals.

生物学 degree requirements

To graduate with a bachelor’s degree in 生物学 from YHC, you’ll take 120 hours of coursework.

General 教育:

31 hours, including CHEM 1211 and MATH 1113

选修课:

22 hours, including two PALS (Physically Active Life Skills) courses

Program courses:

67小时

Some of our most popular biology classes include:

BIOL 3501 Microbiology:

This course surveys microorganisms, emphasizing bacteria and viruses, and includes classification, 进化, 细胞学, 遗传学, 生理学, 生态, and laboratory techniques.

BIOL 3301 General botany:

Students learn 进化ary patterns of development in vegetative and reproductive organs, as well as laboratory techniques.

biol 3801 Vertebrate zoology:

Students learn methods of collecting, 保存, and identifying vertebrates through the laboratory, which includes field trips to local sites with distinctive biodiversity.

生物学 as a 小

The 生物学 小 at Young Harris College offers students from various disciplines the chance to explore the world of biological 科学s. This unique opportunity opens up new career opportunities and broadens your understanding of the world around you.

生物学 partnerships

YHC also maintains strong connections with numerous local, 区域, and national entities, including the Hemlock Project, the YHC/UGA Beekeeping Institute, and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Conservation Section. These partnerships enrich our curriculum and empower our students to make an impact in the biological 科学s.

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