Cell & Molecular Biology, BS, Two-Year Plan
Transfer plan for the Bachelor of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology
Sample Plan for New Students
This example assumes that you enter Seattle University with junior standing (90 credits), have earned a transferable associate degree, and have successfully completed the following:
- A transferable associate degree
- Students with Associate of Science–Transfer (AS-T) degrees or who lack an associate degree may require one or more additional Core courses depending on courses transferred; see Core Curriculum chart.
- One year of Introductory Biology with labs
- One year of General Chemistry with labs
- Two terms (12 quarter or 8 semester credits) of Organic Chemistry with labs
- One term of Statistics or Calculus
- Math may be Calculus I, or Calculus for Life Sciences or Business (courses equivalent to SU’s MATH 1130, 1230, or 1334) or statistics (equivalent to MATH 1210 or 2310).. A second math course is included in the plan.
This is a sample plan and not the only way to complete the requirements. The number of credits is in parentheses. *Some classes have prerequisites.
Important Major Information
- Minimum Credits to Graduate: 180
- Credits in Major: 116
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.0
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0
- Please see my.seattleu.edu for elective options
- Students must earn C in prerequisite biology courses and C- in other prerequisite science and math courses
- At least 25 credits of BIOL 3000- or 4000-level courses are required
- Additional questions? – visit Sinegal (SINE) 401 or email biology@seattleu.edu
Two-Year Plan for Students with Junior Standing
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | *BIOL 2700 – Genetics (5) | *BIOL 2730 – Bioinformatics (5) | *BIOL 2750 – Biotechnology + *BIOL 2751 – Lab (4+2) |
| Course 2 | †BIOL 1400 – 1st Yr Experience (1) | ||
| Course 3 | *PHYS 1050 – Mechanics + *PHYS 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 4 | *UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | *MATH (Statistics or Calculus) (5) | *UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
†Transfer students may choose to take BIOL 1400 (1) in Fall OR BIOL elective in a future term.
First Transfer Year Steps for Success
- Revise your educational plan in MySeattleU and meet quarterly with your advisor.
- Talk to biology faculty mentors.
- Participate in campus activities and local organizations.
- Investigate career options, attend seminars, and consider 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 (1-4) |
| Course 2 | *BIOL 4750 – Cellular Bio + *BIOL 4751 – Lab (4+2) | *CHEM 3600 – Introductory Biochemistry (5) | *BIOL 4996 – Biology Sr Synth Seminar (1) |
| Course 3 | *BIOL Project Course OR Elective (5) | *BIOL Project Course OR Elective (5) | *BIOL Project Course OR Elective (5) |
| Course 4 | *UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) | *UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) | General Electives (2) |
Second Transfer Year Steps for Success
- Finalize your graduation plan and review it with your advisor.
- Apply for graduation on MySeattleU.
- Attend career events and consult with a Career Coach or consider graduate/professional school options.
- Apply for jobs, internships, or graduate/professional programs.
University Core Requirements
UCOR classes (SU's general education courses) are listed in the sample plan by what module is recommended. Some courses (*) have been fulfilled by your Associate Degree coursework and requirements in your major. See below for UCOR course titles listed by Module. See my.seattleu.edu for prerequisites and http://www.seattleu.edu/core for course descriptions. Honors and Matteo Ricci students have different Core requirements.
Module I:
* Module I is waived for students with a Direct Transfer Agreement (DTA) associate degree
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Reasoning
- 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 or 2910 or 2920 Ethical Reasoning –
General, Business, or Health Care
Module III:
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3400 Humanities & Global Challenges OR
- UCOR 3600 Social Sciences & Global Challenges
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences & Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- Plan assumes placement in MATH 1230/1334 by ALEKS exam or college credit, & if MATH 1028 (Trig, 2 credits) has not been fulfilled, it must be a MATH 1230/1334 corequisite
- BIOL electives (BIOL≥2210) must include the following and one plant course:
- Choose one: BIOL 3750 Molecular Biology Project Lab, BIOL 3760 Protein Project Lab, or BIOL 3770 Bioinformatics Project Lab
- Choose one: BIOL 4100 Medical Microbiology, BIOL 4150 Immunology, or BIOL 4700 Molecular Genetics
- For complete information on courses, prerequisites, etc., please consult the Explore & Compare Programs page.
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.
Visit the Seattle U Advising Services page for support or reach out to the Advising Center in BANN 323 (Science Wing), M-F 8 a.m. to 4:30p.m or email Science & Engineering Advising at se-adv@seattleu.edu.