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B.S. in Applied Mathematics

The bachelor of science degree in applied mathematics is appropriate for those students who want to focus their energies in the area of applications of mathematics. The B.S.degee is for those students who may seek careers in industry or engineering or may be considering graduate school in the applied sciences. This degree includes a research capstone.

The total coursework requirements include a minimum of 55 units of mathematics, computer science, chemistry and physics beyond the general education prerequisites.

B.A. in Mathematics

The bachelor of arts degree in mathematics is designed to provide students with a broad spectrum of coursework in the mathematical sciences. It is intended to give students a sense of the human story and the philosophical underpinning of mathematics. This is the recommended major for those students intending to go into secondary teaching, but is not intended to be limited to these students alone. There are more elective options for a B.A. and more room for the students to incorporate a minor field of study.

B.S. Degree in Biology

The B.S. degree is appropriate for those who seek greater depth of foundational coursework in supporting fields, additional breadth within the major and a research capstone.

Students must choose from three emphases:

B.A. Degree in Biology

The B.A. degree is appropriate for students who desire greater flexibility in their undergraduate coursework. This flexibility may be used to incorporate a minor, a second major, a study abroad program or additional elective courses.

Students must choose one of the following emphases:

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We hear it all the time. FPU students know their degree will help them succeed as they start careers or apply to top graduate programs—including our own.

More than 80% of Fresno Pacific professors hold doctorates and are committed to research and publishing in their field of expertise. They also serve as mentors to students, engaging them outside of class and helping them develop professionally, ethically and personally.

B.S. in Biology: Individualized Emphasis

The B.S. in biology with an individualized emphasis allows the student to choose electives in consultation with the program director to address their specific interests. Courses from field institutes or other institutions may be used. Examples of possible emphases include marine biology, plant science, animal science and biopsychology. This emphasis is only permitted with approval of the program director.

B.S. in Biology: Human Health Emphasis

The B.S. in biology with a human health emphasis is designed for students with interests in health professions.

The following courses are required for this emphasis. The general education courses listed are only those required for this major and emphasis. A total of 57 - 63 units are required for general education (not including the language requirement).

B.S. in Biology: Environmental Emphasis

The B.S. in biology with an environmental emphasis is designed for students with interests in environmental biology.

The following courses are required for this emphasis. The general education courses listed are only those required for this major and emphasis. A total of 57 - 63 units are required for general education (not including the language requirement).

B.S. in Biology: Secondary Teaching Emphasis

The B.S. in biology with a secondary teaching emphasis is designed for students who are interested in teaching secondary biology. The B.A. in biology also offers this emphasis.

In additional to the following coursework, there are additional requirements for teacher education candidates.

B.A. in Biology: General Biology Emphasis

The B.A. in biology with a general biology emphasis provides the maximum flexibility for students to craft a major to suit their particular interests. Students with this emphasis are encouraged to consider off-campus summer programs and semester abroad programs for additional course enrichment.

The following courses are required for this emphasis. The general education courses listed are only those required for this major and emphasis. A total of 57 - 63 units are required for general education (not including the language requirement).

 

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