Biology, BS, Two-Year Plan
Transfer plan for the Bachelor of Science in Biology - Biomedical Science Concentration
Sample Plan for New Students
This example assumes that you enter Seattle University with junior standing (90 credits or more) and have successfully completed the following:
- A transferable associate degree
- One year of Introductory Biology with labs
- One year of General Chemistry with labs
- Two terms of Organic Chemistry with labs
- Two terms of Calculus and/or Statistics
This is a sample plan and not the only way to complete the requirements. The number of credits is in parentheses.
Important Major Information
- Credits in Major: 114
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.0 (some scholarships may require higher)
- At least 25 credits of 3000- or 4000-level BIOL courses are required
Resources for Success
- Map out your plan through MySeattleU
- Meet with a Career Coach from the Career Engagement Center
- Sign up for academic support with Learning Assistance Programs
- Explore career options at "What Can I Do with This Major?" page
Two-Year Plan for Students with Junior Standing
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | *BIOL Elective (ex: 3100 – Microbiology OR 3880 – Animal Physiology) (5) | *BIOL Elective (ex: 3180 – Therapeutics of Disease OR 3500 – Evolution) | *BIOL Elective (ex: 3300 – Development BIOL OR 2520 – Systematics) |
| Course 1 | †BIOL 1400 – 1st Yr Experience (1) | *BIOL 2700 – Genetics (5) | |
| Course 1 | *PHYS 1050 – Mechanics + *1051 – Lab (4+1) | *PHYS 1060 – Waves, Sound, Electricity, & Magnetism + *PHYS 1061 – Lab (4+1) | *PHYS 1070 – Thermodynamics, Optics, & Modern Physics* + *PHYS 1071+ Lab (4+1) |
| Course 1 | *UNCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | *UNCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
†Transfer students may choose to take BIOL 1400 (1) in Fall OR BIOL elective in a future term.
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Revise your course plan in MySeattleU and consult your professional advisor.
- Talk to biology faculty mentors.
- See Seattle University Course Catalog for more BIOL electives for graduate of professional prerequisites.
- Investigate career options, attend seminars, and think about post-SU educational programs or internships.
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | *BIOL 4991 – Senior Synthesis I (2-4) | BIOL 4992 – Senior Synthesis II (2-4) | *BIOL 4993 – Senior Synthesis III + *BIOL 4996 – Senior Synthesis Seminar (1+1) |
| Course 2 | *BIOL Elective (ex: 2750 + 2751 – Biotech + Lab OR 4150 Immunology) (5) | *BIOL Elective (ex: 3250 – Anatomy of the Vertebrates OR 4750 – Cell Bio + 4751 – Lab)* (5/6) | *BIOL Elective (ex: 4100 – Medical Microbiology OR 4900 – Undergraduate Research)* (5) |
| Course 3 | *BIOL 2600 – Ecology (5) | CHEM 3600 – Intro to Biochemistry (5) (Gen Elec for Chemistry Minor) |
*UNCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
| Course 4 | CHEM 3000 – Quantitative Analysis (5) (Gen Elec for Chemistry Minor) | *UNCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Finalize your plan for graduation, and review it with your advisor and mentor.
- Apply to graduate on MySeattleU.
- Attend career events and consider graduate or professional school options.
- Apply for jobs, internships, or graduate/professional programs.
University Core Requirements
Core Curriculum requirements are listed in the sample plan as UCOR courses from the Modules shown below. Some courses (*) have been fulfilled by your Associate Degree coursework and requirements in your major.
- Satisfied in Major: Module I
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Thinking
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- UCOR 1800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
- Module II
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2900 Ethical Reasoning
- Module III
- UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3400 Humanities and Global Challenges
- UCOR 3600 Social Sciences and Global Challenges
Use MySeattleU Student Planning to plan your courses and work closely with your academic advisor on your educational plan. You are responsible for tracking changes and ensuring you meet all degree requirements.
Contact your Advising Center for support:
Science & Engineering Advising - se-adv@seattleu.edu