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Biology (7-12 certification)

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Core Curriculum: BA Requirements

45

Biology Requirements

BIOL 120, 121*

Biological Principles I, II

4, 4

BIOL 207, 208

Anatomy and Physiology I, II (with lab)

4, 4

BIOL 209

Cell Biology

3

BIOL 210

Introduction to Scientific Techniques

3

BIOL 304

Principles of Genetics

3

BIOL 325

Seminar: Scientific Literature

2

BIOL 326

Seminar: Inorganic, Organic and Cultural Evolution

2

BIOL 331

Botany, the Biosphere and Ecosystems

3

BIOL 407

Molecular Genetics

3

Biology Elective at the 300/400 level

3-6

Related Requirements

CHEM 120, 121

Chemistry Principles I, II (with lab)

4, 4

ENGL 201

World Literature I

3

GSCI 110

The Science of Physics (with lab)

3

MATH 211

Calculus I

4

MATH 130

Elementary Statistics

3

At least 9 credits in 200/300-level Biology coursework must be completed at Holy Family to meet degree requirements.

* May be taken as part of the core requirements

Other Requirements for Biology with Certification in Secondary Education

  • Successful completion of a written and oral comprehensive exam