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:

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.

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).

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).

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.