Biology (B.S.) Organismal Concentration

Program Overview

The Biology major provides a strong and broad foundation in biological sciences, from the molecular to the ecological level. The Organismal Concentration explores the diversity and ecology of organisms and their interactions within dynamic communities. Study botany and zoology and prepare for graduate work or employment at zoos, conservation organizations, state and federal agencies, and more. As with all Biology concentrations, supporting courses in philosophy, chemistry, physics, calculus, and statistics equip students with a versatile foundation.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates from Messiah’s Biology program can:

1. Describe the nature and process of science, and the fundamentals of organismal biology spanning molecular, cellular, organismal, and ecological subdisciplines.
2. Articulate a rationally defensible integration of science and faith.
3. Demonstrate proficiency in searching and evaluating published organismal biology literature.
4. Demonstrate competence in applied skills required for organismal biology-related careers and post-graduate studies.
5. Engage with the professional scientific community appropriate for vocational pursuits in organismal biology.

Major Requirements

Complete the following for your major:

Three to four credits of the following:

Four credits from the following:

Three credits from the following:

Organismal Concentration (17-19 credits)*

Three to four credits from Oganismal and Biodiversity:

Six to seven credits from the following:

QuEST Requirements