Bachelor of Science in Biology

Develop your knowledge of Life Sciences

The Bachelor of Science in Biology at Columbia International University provides you with the knowledge, skills and service opportunities needed for a successful career in the life sciences. Dive deep into the physiology, morphology, anatomy and origin of living organisms. Whether your dream is to work in a laboratory or work with creatures in the great outdoors, our simulated and hands-on experiences will help you develop critical thinking and essential skills.

You will benefit from small lab courses, taught by credentialed faculty that ensure you have the opportunity to thrive. Research projects and simulations embedded in the curriculum will challenge and prepare you for the next level. As you learn about the complexity of the living world, you will expand your knowledge and appreciation of all living organisms.

The Biology major includes courses such as:

• General Biology
• General Chemistry
• Microbiology
• Genetics
• Cell Biology
• Botany
• Ecology

For more information, please refer to the Academic Catalog for the 4-year plan of courses.

Benefits

• Small class and lab sizes so that you have more interaction with your professors
• Science courses taught from the Biblical worldview
• Laboratories with state-of-the-art equipment in the new Health Sciences Lab
• Special Topics course based on student/faculty interest
• Oral and written lab reports to enhance communication skills
• Domestic and international missions opportunities