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WebTychoMinor in Biology
The biology minor complements the skills the student gains in his or her major discipline by providing an underlying scientific base upon which to build a career in the life sciences, allied health fields, bioinformatics, environmental management, science journalism, or science education.
Objectives
The student who graduates with a minor in biology will be able to
- Demonstrate an understanding of the basic structure and function of living organisms, including the principles of molecular and cellular biology, inheritance, evolution, and ecology.
- Perform standard laboratory procedures and apply the scientific method, as appropriate.
- Apply basic scientific knowledge to problems encountered in medicine, public health, biotechnology, agriculture, and environmental science.
Requirements for the Minor
A minor in biology requires the completion of 15 credits of coursework in biology. Any BIOL courses apply. Courses already applied toward other degree requirements (e.g., major or general education) may not be applied toward the minor.
At least 9 credits must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above). Courses may not duplicate those used to meet the requirements for the major. Prerequisites apply for all courses.
For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree, students should refer to their major and Bachelor’s Degrees.
Information based on the UMUC Europe Undergraduate Catalog 2008-2009. (pdf 4.9MB)
Last updated: 11 August 2008