BS in Biology Students interested in a career in biology or a
related field are encouraged to earn at least a baccalaureate
degree (BS). Many professions (e.g. pharmacy, medicine) require
additional post-baccalaureate education. The Bachelor of Science
in Biology Degree may be used for entry into a career or in
preparation for post-baccalaureate (for masters and doctoral
degrees) or professional (e.g. medical, dental) education. The
UVU Biology program offers a variety of courses that investigate
the living world, including courses in biology, botany, ecology,
genetics, human anatomy, human physiology, conservation biology,
microbiology, zoology and others. A course of study may be
designed to provide breadth in the life sciences or to prepare
students for a specific area of biology. Majors in Biology
prepare for a wide variety of occupations in education,
government, medicine, and research. The greatest demand for
biology graduates is projected to occur in secondary education
(middle and high school teachers