Biology
November 25, 2023 2026-11-05 14:35Why Choose TWU's Biology Degree?
Small Classes, Direct Mentorship
Personalized attention from faculty who know your goals.
Engaged Learning Beyond the Classroom
Clubs, internship opportunities, and experiential learning experiences that build your résumé and prepare you for life beyond graduation.
Kilbride Nature Sanctuary
Practice real-world biology and environmental science skills at TWU's Kilbride Nature Sanctuary.
Unique Emphases for Every Student
Choose an emphasis in general biology, pre-professional studies, environmental science, or secondary education.
Bachelor of Science in Biology
A biology degree from TWU provides students with a broad training in the fundamentals of the life sciences. Students take courses that allow them to understand the structure, function, growth, distribution, and evolution of both living and extinct organisms.
Biology majors may choose an emphasis in general biology, pre-professional studies, environmental science, or secondary education.
B.A. or B.S. in Biology
The major in Biology is designed to increase the students’ appreciation of the diversity and complexity of life; increase their understanding of the unifying principles and subject content of Biology; and introduce them to Biology’s personal, social, and ethical aspects. The Department of Natural Sciences, which administers the major in Biology, strives to develop students’ basic skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and communications.
CORE SEMESTER HOURS
47 – 49 Semester Hours
General Biology Emphasis
CREDITS
26 – 29 Semester Hours
Secondary Education Biology Emphasis
A Secondary Education Biology emphasis prepares graduates to teach biology to students in grades 6th through 12th. View the advising/degree needs list HERE.
CREDITS
45 Semester Hour
Pre-Professional Emphasis
CREDITS
25 – 28 Semester Hours
Environmental Science Emphasis
An Environmental Science Biology emphasis combines biology, chemistry, ecology, and earth science with fieldwork to prepare graduates for careers in conservation, sustainability, and environmental policy. View the advising/degree needs list HERE.
CREDITS
22 – 24 Semester Hours
