Biology Degree | Bachelor of Science in Biology
Husson University Bachelor of Science in Biology (Biology Degree)
At Husson, our biology degree focuses on igniting your curiosity and honing your talents. Dive into the Bachelor of Science in Biology program, where you'll explore the shared characteristics of all living organisms and celebrate the vast diversity of life by through the study animal evolution, community dynamics, and ecosystem functions. Immerse yourself in laboratory studies that cover plants, animals, and marine ecosystems. With Husson's close proximity to the forests, lakes, and coastlines of Maine, you'll have no shortage of opportunities to explore the natural world.
biology Principles and Learning outcomes
Once you've mastered the basics, Husson University's Bachelor of Science in Biology allows you to delve into specialized areas of interest. With a focus on the human organism, our curriculum offers courses in neurobiology, nutrition, health, wellness, exercise physiology, and pathophysiology. This rich foundation equips biology degree students for advanced research opportunities. Opt to specialize further with a concentration in Biochemistry, enhancing your biology degree.
The senior thesis project is a cornerstone of our biology major, offering a unique chance to pursue your passions over one summer and two semesters. Experience hands-on learning by collaborating with community researchers and professionals. Those interested in ecological studies can engage in faculty-led research on forest songbirds. Alternatively, explore molecular biology internships at nearby biotechnology labs, including The Jackson Laboratory, a renowned genetics institute in Bar Harbor, Maine.
Personalized Education through small class sizes
Husson's biology degree program limits the number of students present in the senior seminar and majors-only classes, ensuring personalized attention from professors and a collaborative environment among majors. Our biology degree prepares you for immediate employment or further academic pursuits in graduate and professional schools.
Biology Minor
Extend your educational journey with a biology minor, requiring six additional courses. Discover new perspectives beyond traditional biology classes.
Career Outlook for Biology Majors
A biology degree offers strong income potential, with graduates often entering well-paying fields such as healthcare, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals and environmental sciences. Employment opportunites in biology are expected to grow over the next decade as demands for healthcare professionals and innovative research continue to rise. This degree field is also expected to remain versatile, with biology majors holding valuable skills that can be applied to a wide range of fields - from science communication and policy to education and research.
According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), biology degree graduates make a median salary of $75,000. This includes people who also hold an advanced degree, showing that a degree in biology and the life sciences opens doors to both advanced studies and jobs with high earning potential.
Employment for those holding a biology degree is expected to grow in most job sectors - including 6 percent for life scientists and 4 percent for environmental scientists - from 2024 to 2034. Both of these figures are considered above average, indicating a strong job market for those entering this field.
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