Many Bachelor of Science in Biology graduates successfully enter master’s and doctoral-level programs. Biology majors can choose a health science concentration or pre-professional pathway as part of their studies. Pathways include pre-dental, pre-medicine, pre-occupational therapy, pre-physical therapy, pre-physician assistant, or pre-veterinary science.
Biology
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Arts
A Bachelor of Science or Arts in Biology is perfect for those interested in preparing for medical or dental school, veterinary medicine, or graduate studies in various biological sciences. Biological scientists study living organisms and their relationships with the environment.
Biology majors can also opt to minor in chemistry or exercise science. The health science courses promote health, wellness, physical fitness, and the complete integration of body, mind, and spirit.
Plan of Study
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BIOLOGY
Total credit hours: 122
REQUIRED CURRICULUM
Core and General Education Requirements (39 credit hours)
LUC College Connections requirements for student in the BS in Biology:
LUC 102 College Connections
BIO 216 Seasonal Field Ecology for FYE 201 Concept Connections
LUC 200 Communication Connections
Major Requirements
Students majoring in biology may take certain Major & Allied Requirements marked with an asterisk (*) to fulfill both general education and major requirements.
BIO 201* Principles of Biology I
BIL 201* Principles of Biology I Lab
BIO 202 Principles of Biology II
BIL 202 Principles of Biology II Lab
BIO 308 Genetics
BIL 308 Genetics Lab
BIO 317 Principles of Ecology
BIO 335 General Microbiology
BIL 335 General Microbiology Lab
BIO 402 Introduction to Research
BIO 490 Senior Biology Seminar
Allied Requirements (33 credit hours)
CHM 181* General College Chemistry I
CHL 181* General College Chemistry I Lab
CHM 182* General College Chemistry II
CHL 182* General College Chemistry II Lab
CHM 301 Organic Chemistry I
CHL 301 Organic Chemistry I Lab
CHM 302 Organic Chemistry II
CHL 302 Organic Chemistry II Lab
PHS 201 College Physics I
PLA 201 College Physics I Lab
PHS 202 College Physics II
PLA 202 College Physics II Lab
MTH 212 Statistics
MTH 135 Analytical Geometry & Calculus I
Biology Approved Electives (19 credit hours) from the following:
Directed electives category (minimum of 11 hours)
BIO 114
BIO 208
BIO 307
BIL 307
BIO 313
BIO 330
BIL 330
BIO 331
BIL 331
BIO 340
BIO 403
May choose Secondary Electives up to 10 credit hours to fulfill electives requirement
BIO 380
BIO 407
BIO 411
BIO 420
CHM 305
CHL 305
EXS 210
EXL 210
Students may complete Electives in a concentration of the student’s choice:
Health Sciences Concentration
BIO 114 Medical Terminology
BIO 313 Nutrition Science
BIO 330 Anatomy & Physiology I
BIL 330 Anatomy & Physiology I Lab
BIO 331 Anatomy & Physiology II
BIL 331 Anatomy & Physiology II Lab
BIO 340 Pathophysiology
BIO 403 Immunology
(Approved Electives)
The Chemistry Minor can be achieved by taking the following Chemistry courses:
CHM 305 Basic Biochemistry
CHL 305 Basic Biochemistry Lab
General Biology Concentration
BIL 317 Principles of Ecology Lab
BIO 305 Botany
BIL 305 Botany Lab
BIO 440 Conservation Biology
ONE of the following courses in cellular/molecular biology
a. BIO 403 Immunology
b. BIO 407 Human Genetics
c. BIO 411 Biotechnology
Additional Electives in Natural Sciences
(Approved Biology Directed and Secondary electives)
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN BIOLOGY
Total credit hours: 120
REQUIRED CURRICULUM
Core and General Education Requirements (48 credit hours)
LUC College Connections requirements for students in the BA in Biology:
LUC 102 College Connections
BIO 208 Plant Science and Society for LUC 201 Concept Connection
LUC 200 Communication Connections
The College of Arts and Sciences requires an additional 12 credits in General Education from the disciplines within the College for the Bachelor of Arts degree.
Students majoring in biology may take certain Major & Allied Requirements marked with an asterisk (*) to fulfill both general education and major requirements.
Major Requirements (27 credit hours)
BIO 201 Principles of Biology I
BIL 201 Principles of Biology I Lab
BIO 202 Principles of Biology II
BIL 202 Principles of Biology II Lab
BIO 308 Genetics
BIL 308 Genetics Lab
BIO 317 Principles of Ecology
BIO 335 General Microbiology
BIL 335 General Microbiology Lab
BIO 402 Introduction to Research
BIO 490 Senior Biology Seminar
Allied Requirements (19 credit hours)
CHM 181* General College Chemistry I
CHL 181* General College Chemistry I Lab
CHM 182* General College Chemistry II
CHL 182* General College Chemistry II Lab
CHM 301 Organic Chemistry I
CHL 301 Organic Chemistry I Lab
CHM 302 Organic Chemistry II
CHL 302 Organic Chemistry II Lab
MTH 212 Statistics
Natural Science Electives 14- 23 s.h.
EXS 210/ EXL 210 Exercise Physiology
EXS 320/ EXL 320 Biomechanics
Additional Electives in Natural Sciences
Students may choose a concentration by taking the courses below:
A. Concentration for Occupational Therapy
The student preparing to apply to professional school in Occupational Therapy may take instead the Bachelor of Science Biology Major or the Bachelor of Arts in Individualized Studies (B.A.I.S.) with a Concentration in Natural Sciences, as long as they meet the pre-requisites of the particular programs to which they apply. *
* Many graduate training programs in Occupational Therapy are currently transitioning from Master (MOT) to Doctorate (OTD). Admissions criteria will differ. The student is strongly encouraged to identify the specific requirements for the programs to which they are interested in applying.
BIO 330 Anatomy & Physiology I 3
BIL 330 Anatomy & Physiology I Lab 1
BIO 331 Anatomy & Physiology II 3
BIL 331 Anatomy & Physiology II Lab 1
PSY 110 General Psychology 3
PHS 201 College Physics I 4
PLA 201 College Physics I Lab 1
B. Concentration for Clinical Laboratory Sciences
This concentration is recommended for students interested in a career in the clinical laboratory. A student who successfully completes this B.A. and gains admission to a clinical lab science training program can earn a certificate in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS).
BIO 330 Anatomy & Physiology I 3
BIL 330 Anatomy & Physiology I Lab 1
BIO 331 Anatomy & Physiology II 3
BIL 331 Anatomy & Physiology II Lab 1
BIO 340 Pathophysiology 3
BIO 401 Parasitology 3
BIO 403 Immunology 3
BIO 407 Human Genetics 3
BIO 419 Molecular Biology 3
BIOLOGY MINOR
Total credit hours: 25
REQUIRED CURRICULUM
BIO 201 Principles of Biology I
BIL 201 Principles of Biology I Lab
BIO 202 Principles of Biology II
BIL 202 Principles of Biology II Lab
BIO 307 Cell Biology
BIL 307 Cell Biology Lab
BIO 308 Genetics
BIL 308 Genetics Lab
BIO 317 Principles of Ecology
Electives Any 300 or higher level BIO course.
Allied requirements are the same as for a Biology major.
Transfer Students
Community college students who wish to transfer to Lourdes University can follow the Biology Transfer Pathway approved by the statewide Ohio Guaranteed Transfer Pathway (OGTP) and transfer seamlessly to Lourdes University. When you complete an associate’s degree that includes the biology transfer pathway, you will transfer as a college junior to Lourdes University, with introductory major courses and most general education courses complete, bringing maximum credit from your associate degree. You will be right on track to complete your bachelor’s degree in biology in as little as four semesters.
OHIO CONSORTIUM FOR TRANSFER PATHWAYS TO THE LIBERAL ARTS
Lourdes University is a member of the Ohio Consortium for Transfer Pathways to the Liberal Arts and offers a clear, consistent pathway in biology for community college students transferring to Lourdes University.
Lourdes University worked with the following community colleges to approve the transfer pathway in biology:
- Central Ohio Technical College
- Clark State College
- Columbus State Community College
- Cuyahoga Community College
- Lakeland Community College
- Lorain County Community College
- Northwest State Community College
- Sinclair Community College
- Stark State College
- Terra State Community College
Early Acceptance Program
Lourdes biology majors can apply for the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) Early Acceptance Program (EAP) in three graduate tracks: Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmacy.
The LECOM College of Osteopathic Medicine School of Pharmacy and School of Dental Medicine offer an EAP that allows qualified Lourdes students to hold a provisional reserved seat at one of LECOM’s professional schools upon successful completion of an interview. Students can then pursue successful completion of their required undergraduate coursework at Lourdes University.
Thinking about transferring?
We make the process of switching to Lourdes easy while determining the transferability of your prior college coursework.
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