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There are five different avenues to earning a B.S. in Biological Sciences at NC State. Students studying for a degree in Biological Sciences can opt for a general curriculum (BLS) or can choose to focus in a particular area by selecting one of four areas of concentration: Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology (MCD), Integrative Physiology and Neurobiology (IPN), Human Biology (HB), or Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation Biology (EEC).

The MCD curriculum offers students in-depth studies of the molecular and cellular basis of life and the development of multicellular organisms. Many students in the MCD concentration focus on lab-based courses in biology, genetics and biotechnology (BIT), in preparation for graduate studies or work in industry.

Plan Requirements

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A grade of C- or higher is required.

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Students should consult their academic advisors to determine which courses fill this requirement.

Advanced Writing Requirement Electives

MCDB Electives

Additional Science and Math Electives听

Learning Experience Electives

Semester Sequence

This is a sample.

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A grade of C- or higher is required.

Career Opportunities

Many students majoring in the Department of Biological Sciences take advantage of scholarship and honors programs available at NC State, including the 福利逼站 Honors Program and the 福利逼站 Scholars Program.听 In addition, we offer a discipline-based Undergraduate Honors Program in Biological Sciences (DBS Honors Program).听 The DBS Honors Program requires students to design a challenging program of advanced study, including eight credits of honors coursework in biology and at least two semesters of research or teaching scholarship.听 Participants write an honors thesis and are required to present their scholarly work at a local, regional, or national meeting.听 Invitations to join the DBS Honors Program are sent in the first three weeks of the Fall and Spring semesters.听听Students in any major in the Department of Biological Sciences who have earned an overall GPA of 3.60 after completing 30-65 credit hours at NC State will receive an invitation to join the DBS Honors Program; transfer students in any of our majors who have earned an overall GPA of 3.60 in 15 credit hours at NC State also will receive an invitation.听听

Students who graduate from the Department of Biological Sciences are well prepared for employment in various government agencies and private industries. Graduates may continue their education with studies leading to advanced degrees in many areas of the biological sciences, including cell biology, ecology, microbiology, genetics, zoology, neurobiology, and biomedical disciplines. Many choose to seek advanced degrees in medicine, dentistry, optometry, veterinary medicine, public health, and other health-related fields. Students who plan to seek certification for pre-college teaching may want to pursue a second major in the Department of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Education.

Career Titles

• Agricultural Sciences Professor
• Agronomist
• Allergists and Immunologists
• Anesthesiologist (MD)
• Anesthesiologist Assistants
• Animal Breeder
• Animal Scientist
• Aquaculture Specialist
• Aquarium Curator
• Biochemist
• Biological Technician
• Biologist
• Biology Professor
• Biomedical Engineer
• Biophysicist
• Biopsychologist
• Botanist
• Cardiologist (MD)
• Clinical Dietitian
• Dentist (DDS)
• Dietitian and Nutritionist
• Environmental Disease Analyst
• Environmental Engineer
• Environmental Research Analyst
• Epidemiologists
• Family Practitioner (MD)
• Fish and Game Warden
• Fish Hatchery Specialist
• Food & Drug Inspector
• Food Science Technicians
• Food Technologist
• Forensic Science Technicians
• General Internists (MD)
• Genetic Counselors
• Geneticist
• Gynecologist (MD)
• Hazardous Waste Management Analyst
• Horticulturist
• Hospitalists
• Industrial Hygienist
• Industrial Waste Inspector
• Low Vision Therapists, Orientation and Mobility Specialists, and Vision Rehabilitation Therapists
• Marine and Aquatic Biologist
• Medical and Scientific Illustrator
• Medical Equipment Technician
• Medical Technologist
• Microbiologist
• Obstetrician (MD)
• Occupational Health and Safety Technicians
• Occupational Physician (MD)
• Oceanographer
• Optometrist
• Park Naturalist
• Pathologist (MD)
• Pediatrician (MD)
• Pharmacist
• Pharmacologist
• Phlebotomist
• Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physicians
• Physician Assistant (PA)
• Radiologist (MD)
• Sales Representative (Chemicals & Drugs)
• Soil Conservationist
• Soil Scientist
• Sports Physician (Orthopedist)
• Surgeons (MD)
• Toxicologist
• Urologists
• Veterinarian (VMD)
• Water Pollution Control Inspector
• Wildlife Biologist
• Wildlife Control Agent
• Winemaker / Vinter
• Zoologist

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