BIOLOGY/PRE-MEDICAL
Deerfield, IL
WHY STUDY BIOLOGY / PRE-MEDICAL AT TRINITY?
You can read about organ structure and diagnostic procedures all day, but the real test comes when you put these skills to use. You will have the opportunity to seek professional internships at local hospitals and urgent care centers to work closely with practicing physicians. Most importantly, we will prepare you to succeed in medical school once you leave Trinity.
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE ME TO EARN MY DEGREE?
Most students finish their degree in 3-4 years. Major requirements total a minimum of 54 hours. This includes 25 hours in the required biology courses, 23 hours in supporting courses, and 6 hours of bioethics courses.
DID YOU KNOW?
Trinity offers the chance to pursue a Master’s degree at the same time as you are completing your Bachelor’s degree.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
The Biology/Pre-Medical emphasis major is designed to prepare you for medical school, graduate school, or a variety of health professions. This major provides the rigorous scientific background necessary to prepare you for entrance into your chosen field. The Biology/Pre-Medical major is also combined with a strong grounding in bioethics and a liberal arts education from a Christian viewpoint.
COURSEWORK:
Major requirements total a minimum of 54 hours. This includes 25 hours in the required biology courses, 23 hours in supporting courses, and 6 hours of bioethics courses. Interesting courses you’ll take include:
- Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
- Introduction to Bioethics
- Genetics
Biology Pre-Medical Courses
| REQUIRED COURSES FOR GENERAL EDUCATION |
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| 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: the Plant and Animal Kingdoms | 4 hours |
| BIO 310 | Microbiology | 4 hours |
| BIO 340 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 hours |
| BIO 341 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 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 |
| PHY 111 | General Physics I | 4 hours |
| PHY 112 | General Physics II | 4 hours |
| REQUIRED BIOETHICS COURSES | ||
| Course | Title | Credits |
| BE 474X OR BE 476X |
Introduction to Bioethics OR Undergraduate Bioethics Institute |
3 hours |
| BE 475X OR BE 477X |
Topics in Bioethics OR Undergraduate National Conference |
3 hours |
| REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE | ||
| Course | Title | Credits |
| Select one of the following: | 1 hour | |
| BIO 306 | Scientific Applications Professional Experience | |
| BIO 406 | Advanced Scientific Applications Professional Experience | |
| BIO 470 | Undergraduate Research | |
| CH 306 | Scientific Applications Professional Experience | |
| CH 406 | Advanced Scientific Applications Professional Experience | |
| CH 442 | Undergraduate Research | |
| ELECTIVES | ||
| (Highly recommended additional courses) | ||
| Course | Title | Credits |
| BIO 315 | Genetics | |
| BIO 320 | Immunology | |
| BIO 321 | Immunology Case Studies Laboratory | |
CAREER OUTCOMES: |
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| Cardiologist | Radiologist |
| Biomedical Engineer | Family Physician |
| Neurologist | Emergency Medical Technician |
| Optometrist | General Practitioner |
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