Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science - Biology

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The Biology program at University of Wisconsin - Superior leads to either a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree. A minor field of study is required. Biology has many specialty areas and exciting career opportunities. The courses required for biology majors have been selected to provide a broad introduction to the field of biology. Students are encouraged to individualize their biology curriculum by taking elective courses in their specific areas of interest including: Pre-Medicine and Health Professions, Cell/Molecular Biology, Ecology/Aquatic Biology/Fishery Science, and Plant Sciences. The Biology program is strengthened by the environmental resources of the Lake Superior region and by close working relationships with regional research laboratories. Field and laboratory research experience and internships are provided through cooperation with UW-Superior's Lake Superior Research Institute, Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, and faculty research grants.