Degree
Programs
Students
enrolled in Biology Department may work toward one of three Bachelor
of Science Degree. They are the B.S. in Biology, the B.S. in
Biology Education and the B.S. in Medical Technology. The
department offers a core of courses designed to provide students
with a common breadth and depth of information. Additionally,
23-24 hours of electives may be chosen from a large variety of
available courses. This allows students to tailor their
specific academic program toward their future goals.
B.S. in Biology
The
Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology provides students with employment
opportunities in either the public or private sector. The
program of study includes educational and scientific training
needed to gain admission to graduate or professional schools.
Click here
for a detailed Curriculum.
B.S. in Biology Education
The
Bachelor of Science in Education Degree Program in Biology includes
course work in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. This program
is intended to provide a basic background in the physical
sciences and an in-depth understanding in the biological sciences.
It includes the minimal coursework required by the State Department
of Education for certification. Click here
for a detailed curriculum.
B.S. in Medical Technology
The
Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology Degree requires three years
of study in the basic sciences and general education at UCO.
For the last year of study, a student must be accepted into
one of three available hospital internship programs (St. Francis
Hospital in Tulsa, Comanche County Hospital in Lawton, and Valley
View Hospital in Ada). Successful completion results in
a B.S. Degree in Medical Technology. Click here
for a detailed curriculum.
Health
Professions Programs
Prerequisite
courses in all the medical professions can be taken at UCO.
A student may then apply for admission into a professional school
in one of the areas descrubed on the Health
Professions web page. Health professions students are
recommended to enroll in Dr. Anne Ewing's course Introduction
to Health Professions. You should also schedule an appointment
with Dr. Ewing to discussion your academic and career goals.
You can schedule an appointment through the biology office by
calling 405-974-5017 or contact Dr. Ewing via email: aewing2@uco.edu.
