At Trinity, you’ll be equipped to think critically and biblically in every area of life as you are challenged to apply your faith to your coursework and classroom conversations. And instead of approaching general education as a checklist of courses to be completed, Trinity’s distinctive educational approach gives you the freedom to choose courses that are most interesting and relevant to you. Working closely with your faculty advisor, you can select from electives to enhance your major, apply toward a minor, create a double major, or simply experience something new. The choices are yours! All along the way, you’ll be cared for and supported, ensuring that you make the most of your college experience.
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 medicine, industry, or research in a variety of settings.
Most Biology majors complete their degrees in 3-4 years. Major requirements total 48-55 hours. This includes 33 hours of required Biology courses, 16 hours of supporting courses, and 3 hours of Bioethics courses.