Biology Degree at Penn State Scranton
The biology degree is designed to provide a broad background in the biological sciences. The Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology allows students to become familiar with both the theory and practice of science.
It can help prepare biology graduates for a variety of careers in the biological sciences, as well as entry into graduate school and health professional school.
Dr. Dale Holen gives an overview of Penn State Scranton's Bachelor of Science degree in Biology.
After completing foundation courses in biology, chemistry and physics, students will pursue upper-level academic study in each of the following disciplines: ecology, plant and fungi, evolutionary biology, genetics, animal physiology, and practica.
Suggested Academic Plan: Biology, B.S.
Biology Careers
The Biology degree prepares students for a variety of careers in biological, health, and environmental sciences. The degree can also be tailored to meet the specific requirements of professional programs such as medical, dental or pharmacy schools; or graduate study in the life sciences.
The biology program at Penn State provides a supportive environment, encourages curiosity, and prepares students to become future leaders in the biological and medical sciences. Through this program, I have been able to pursue unique research opportunities and get hands on experiences that I would not have had elsewhere.
Minors
Biology majors have the ability to minor in subjects such as Business, Information Sciences Technology, or Psychology to prepare themselves for biology-related careers such as pharmaceutical sales or data management. Students majoring in other fields can also minor in Biology at Penn State Scranton.
Biology Degree Photo Gallery:
Dr. Dale Holen conducting research on the lake at Lackawanna State Park.
Migratory bird field research being conducted by Dr. Margret Hatch at Lackawanna State Park.
Water ecology field research being conducted by Dr. Dale Holen at Lacawac Sanctuary.
Migratory Bird Research, Dr. Hatch
Science student Kyle Walsh analyzes samples collected in a cave in Croatia looking for undiscovered lifeforms. Undergraduate research under Dr. Bishop-Pierce
Biology major Nicholas Kremp takes a closer look at some vegetation to determine what types of plant species are present.
Ecology class conducting field research with Dr. Margret Hatch at Lackawanna State Park
Ecology class conducting field research with Dr. Margret Hatch at Lackawanna State Park
Lake Lacawac and surrounding forests of the Lacawac Sanctuary (http://www.lacawac.org/), a research field station used by Penn State biologists and students.
