Marine & Conservation Biology, BS, Four-Year Plan
Four-Year Plan for the Bachelor of Science in Marine and Conservation Biology
Sample Plan for New Students
This is a sample plan.*some courses have prerequisites.
Important Major Information
- Total Credits in Major: 112
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.0
- BIOL electives must include specific courses and at least one plant course.
Resources for Success
- Map out your plan on MySeattleU.
- Meet with a Career Coach from the Career Engagement Center.
- Use academic support from Learning Assistance Programs.
Four-Year Plan For New Students
Year 1
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | *BIOL 1620 – Evolution & Ecology + BIOL 1621 – *Lab (4+1) | *BIOL 1610 – Molecular & Cellular Biology + *BIOL 1611 – Lab (4+1) | *BIOL 1630 – Physiology & Development + BIOL 1631 – Lab (4+1) |
| Course 2 | *CHEM 1500 – General Chemistry I + CHEM 1501 – Lab (4+1) | *CHEM 1510 – General Chemistry II + CHEM 1511 – Lab (4+2) | *CHEM 1520 – General Chemistry III (4) OR *CHEM 1590 – Research Focused General Chemistry III (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) |
| Course 4 | BIOL 1400 – 1st Yr Experience (1) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Explore your major and draft an education plan in MySeattleU.
- Meet with your advisor quarterly for discussion & educational plan approval
- Get involved in campus activities.
- Talk to biology faculty mentors.
Year 2
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | BIOL Elective* (5) | *BIOL 2700 – Genetics (5) | *BIOL 2600 – Ecology (5) |
| Course 2 | *MATH 1210 – Statistics for Life Sciences (5) | *BIOL 3500 – Evolution (5) | *MATH 1230 - Calculus for Life Sciences (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | *UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | *UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Revise your educational plan & consult with your advisor.
- Be involved in campus and local activities and attend seminars and career events.
- Consider how you can study abroad.
Year 3
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | *BIOL Elective (5) | *Natural Sciences Elective (5) | *BIOL 3650 – Marine Biology (5) |
| Course 2 | *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 3 | *UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | *UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) | *UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
Year 3 Steps for Success
- Revise your educational plan & consult quarterly with your advisor
- Participate in local activities and organizations
- Investigate career options, attend career events, and think about post-SU educational programs or internships
Year 4
| 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) |
| Course 2 | *Natural Sciences Elective (5) | *BIOL Elective (5) | *BIOL 4996 – Biology Senior Synthesis Seminar (1) |
| Course 3 | *Social Sciences/Humanities Elective (5) | General Electives (9) | General Electives (9) |
| Course 4 | *UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) |
Year 4 Steps for Success
- Finalize for graduation & review with your advisor
- Apply for graduation on MySeattleU
- Attend career events and consult with a Career Coach or consider school options
- Apply for jobs, internships, or graduate or professional programs.
University Core Requirements
- Module I: Academic Writing Seminar, Quantitative Thinking, Creative Expression, Inquiry Seminar in Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences.
- Module II: Theological Explorations, Philosophy of the Human Person, Ethical Reasoning.
- Module III: Religion in a Global Context, Humanities & Global Challenges, Social Sciences & Global Challenges.
Curriculum Notes
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
Seattle U Advising Services: seattleu.edu/advising