Department of Life Sciences
Programs
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Biology
This major is designed to prepare students for further studies in medicine, cellular and molecular biology, biological laboratory sciences, physical therapy, veterinary medicine and occupational therapy. Students interested in these programs typically complete a baccalaureate degree prior to admittance into a professional school or graduate school.
Environmental Biology
This program is designed to educate biologists in the area of environmental sciences especially as related to organismal or field biology. This should prepare them for careers in wildlife ecology, environmental consulting, land use planning, government agencies, missionary fieldwork as related to sustainable development and general environmental stewardship. The program emphasizes hands-on fieldwork, biodiversity approaches to environmental concerns and integration of a biblical basis for creation with sound scientific principles. The Environmental Biology major operates in partnership with Au Sable Institute in Michigan. It requires that the student take at least two courses during the summer semester at one of the Au Sable campuses.
