Bachelor of Science in Biology

Students develop a broad vocabulary in biology and with it the ability to communicate through writing, speech and visuals. Majors demonstrate an understanding of the foundational principles of biology, proficiency in the techniques and practical applications of modern field and laboratory biology, and the ability to conduct scientific studies of biological systems and present findings in scientific formats

The program will prepare graduates to:

Demonstrate scientific literacy

• Master a broad vocabulary in biology
• Critically evaluate diverse forms of biology-related literature or conversation (academic discourse, scientific reports, and public opinion)
• Effectively communicate biological ideas, concepts, and findings to the general public and the scientific community through speech, writing and visual displays

Understand content knowledge and the application of technical skills

• Demonstrate knowledge of foundational principles of biology in the following areas:
  1. Evolutionary history and mechanisms
  2. Energy transformations in living systems
  3. Structure and function of cells
  4. Heredity from perspective of Mendelian and molecular genetics
  5. Mechanisms and patterns of growth, reproduction, and development
  6. Structure and function of organisms
  7. Ecological relationships among organisms, populations, communities, and their physical environment
  8. Biological diversity and a broad range of taxonomic groups
• Identify and compare the three major perspectives of biology
  1. Ecology and evolutionary biology
  2. Organismal biology
  3. Cell and molecular biology
• Demonstrate technical skills and practical proficiency in biological methods as they pertain to the three major perspectives of biology

Conduct scientific studies of biological systems and present findings in scientific formats.

• Read and interpret biological literature relevant to specific research questions.
• Formulate scientific hypotheses concerning biological systems and propose specific observations or experimental treatments to test the predictions of their hypotheses.
• Carry out proposed studies or experiments.
• Analyze and interpret the results of scientific investigations, including use of quantitative and statistical methods.
• Write scientific reports that are correct in style and cogent in organization, presentation, analysis, and conclusions.
• Deliver oral presentations that describe scientific studies.

Undergraduate Admission Contacts
Queens
Office of Admission
St. John’s University
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Queens, NY 11439
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Staten Island
Office of Admission
St. John’s University
300 Howard Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10301
(718) 390-4500
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