Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Biology - Standard Track] From East Tennessee State University

This concentration requires 36 credit hours of biology courses and the completion of a minor. The student must complete the core courses, non-biology requirements, choice of course(s) from the menu lists, capstone course and 2-6 additional credit hours in Biology. These additional biology courses can be used to complete the 36 required credit hours for the major.Some of our courses may be appropriate for students in other fields of study who desire to acquaint themselves with the phenomena of living organisms. It requires a minor.The department offers the Master of Science in biology, and participates in the PhD in Biomedical Sciences through the Quillen College of Medicine. Further information on graduate programs is contained in the Graduate Catalog.Undergraduate Research OpportunitiesThe Department of Biological Sciences has a commitment to providing undergraduate students with the opportunity for involvement in research. Many faculty welcome undergraduate students into their research programs. Opportunities for receiving undergraduate credit for research include the following courses:

• BIOL 2992 Research Orientation (2 credits)
• BIOL 4900 Independent Studies (1-4 credits)
• BIOL 4910 Research in Biology (1-4 credits)