Biotechnology, B.S.

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Program Description

The Bachelor's Degree in Biotechnology will prepare students to enter the field of research, education, pharmaceuticals, forensics, and a variety of other careers. It is also great preparation for advanced degrees in the sciences.

Program Requirements

Graduation Requirements

1. Complete the required minimum 122 credit hours.
2. At least 30 credit hours in residence at UVU or satellite sites are required, with 10 hours earned during the last 45 hours.
3. A minimum of 40 credits must be upper-division (numbered 3000 or above)
4. Complete core courses with a grade of "C" or higher in each BTEC course and a "C-" or higher in all other core courses.
5. Achieve a minimum overall GPA of 2.0 with a minimum GPA of 2.25 in core courses.
6. Successful completion of at least one Global/Intercultural course.
7. Successful completion of two writing enriched (WE) courses.

8. Complete Departmental Assessment conducted by the Dept. of Biology Assessment Coordinator.

9. Complete an exit survey administered by the Biology Department.

Graduation Plan

This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Apply the process of science through the use of hypothesis testing in the design and completion of scientific experiments
2. Critically evaluate scientific information
3. Quantitatively analyze scientific data through graph interpretation, statistical analysis, and problem solving
4. Effectively communicate scientific information in both written and oral formats.
5. Explain fundamental biological concepts including molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, and evolution.