BIOLOGY
Deerfield, IL
WHY STUDY BIOLOGY AT Trinity?
The information in biology textbooks was once cutting-edge research… and someone had to do the behind-the-scenes work to discover it. You will have the opportunity to seek professional internships and off-campus research programs as you advance in your studies. Graduates from Trinity are prepared to go into any number of fields, including environmental conservation, research, or even bioethics.
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE ME TO EARN MY DEGREE?
Most Biology majors complete their degrees in 3-4 years. Major requirements total 48-49 hours. This includes 24 hours of required Biology courses, 3-4 hours from a restricted list of Biology courses, 15 hours of supporting courses, and 6 hours of Bioethics courses.
DID YOU KNOW?
As a biology major, you will have the chance to participate in research projects that are not only presented in class, but also at an undergraduate national conference.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
The Biology major is a versatile, broad-based degree that emphasizes microbiology, cell and molecular biology, genetics and various biological systems. Students with this degree pursue careers in industry or research in a variety of different settings.
COURSEWORK:
Major requirements total 48-49 hours. This includes 24 hours of required Biology courses, 3-4 hours from a restricted list of Biology courses, 15 hours of supporting courses, and 6 hours of Bioethics courses. You’ll take interesting courses such as:
- General Botany
- Origins and Evolution
- Immunology
Biology
| REQUIRED COURSES FOR GENERAL EDUCATION | ||
| Course | Title | Credits |
| BIO 111 | General Biology | 4 hours |
| CH 111 | General Chemistry I | 4 hours |
| MA 121 | Calculus and Analytic Geometry I | 4 hours |
| REQUIRED BIOLOGY COURSES |
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| Course | Title | Credits |
| BIO 112 | Biology: Plant and Animal Kingdoms | 4 hours |
| BIO 310 | Microbiology | 4 hours |
| BIO 315 | Genetics | 4 hours |
| BIO 320 | Immunology | 3 hours |
| BIO 321 | Immunology Case Studies Laboratory | 1 hour |
| BIO 400 | Origins and Evolution | 3 hours |
| BIO 410 | Biology Seminar | 1 hour |
| BIO 420 | Cell and Molecular Biology | 4 hours |
| BIO 430 | Developmental Biology | 4 hours |
| REQUIRED SUPPORTING COURSES | ||
| Course | Title | Credits |
| CH 112 | General Chemistry II | 4 hours |
| CH 211 | Organic Chemistry I | 4 hours |
| CH 212 | Organic Chemistry II | 4 hours |
| CH 320 | Biochemistry | 3 hours |
| REQUIRED BIOETHICS COURSES | ||
| Course | Title | Credits |
| BE 474X OR BE 476X |
Introduction to Bioethics OR Undergraduate Bioethics Institute |
3 hours |
| BE 475 OR BE 477X |
Topics in Bioethics OR Undergraduate National Conference |
3 hours |
| REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE | ||
| Select one of the following: | ||
| Course | Title | Credits |
| BIO 306 | Scientific Applications Professional Experience | 1 hour |
| BIO 406 | Advanced Scientific Applications Professional Experience |
1 hour |
| BIO 470 | Undergraduate Research | 1 hour |
| CH 306 | Scientific Applications Professional Experience | 1 hour |
| CH 406 | Advanced Scientific Applications Professional Experience |
1 hour |
| CH 442 | Undergraduate Research | 1 hour |
CAREER OUTCOMES: |
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| Environmental Conservationist | Forensic Biologist |
| Microbiologist | Product Tester |
| Laboratory Technician | Professor |
| Botanist | Zoo Biologist |
| Clinical Research Associate | Science Advisor |
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