Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Biology] From Colorado State University

The department offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. Since Biology is a very diverse field, four main options are offered (Biomedical, Environmental, Cellular/Molecular and Secondary Education); These degree emphases are then tailored to the student based on discussions with their advisor. Degrees in the different emphasis areas will offer a specific notation on the degree received.

The Biology Department at the Colorado State University-Pueblo provides the biological component of the liberal arts education. We promote student understanding of biological concepts relevant to the individual and society, and foster an appreciation of scientific inquiry.

Our students obtain a broad education, covering a wide variety of biological disciplines. We focus on the student; classes are small, facilitating hands-on experience, interactions with faculty, and opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate research.

Expected Student Outcomes

• Students will develop a broad-based knowledge of concepts and terminology in molecular, cellular, organismal, and ecological biology.
• Students will develop a supporting knowledge of concepts and terminology in the related fields of mathematics, physics, and chemistry.
• Students will develop skills in reading and interpreting the scientific literature and in presenting a synthesis of it accurately in oral and written form.
• Students will demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills using experimental design and the scientific method.
• Students will evaluate the scientific validity of information and ideas.