Biology Degree Requirements

The Department of Biological and Physical Sciences offers programs leading to the Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with four options: General Biology, Pre-Professional, Biotechnology, and Specialization in Biology Education. Details on the Specialization in Biology Education may be found on the School of Education webpage or section of the KSU Catalogue. A minor in biology is also offered.

Biology Major

The Bachelor of Science in Biology at Kentucky State University offers a curriculum that prepares students for post-baccalaureate programs in many possible career fields, including medicine, pharmacy, physical therapy, dental, education, veterinary medicine, or environmental science, as well as graduate school. Incoming students who desire to pursue a biology degree option should work with their academic advisor to build a plan of study based on their individivual course preparation, the option of choice, and electives that will meet their desired career.

Biology Minor (21 credits)

A minor in biology requires the completion of a minimum of 21 semester credit hours in biology. A student pursuing a minor in biology will be required to successfully complete BIO 111, 210, and 212. Additional courses are chosen from the remaining core requirements (BIO 302, 303, 307, 316, and 408). One course may be selected from the biology electives to complete the required 21 semester credit hours. BIO 401 and 410 can be taken, but they cannot be used as part of the required 21 semester credit hours for a minor in biology.

Students should work with an academic advisor in the Biology Program to facilitate progression through the minor.