Biology
Explore new ways to engage in the world around you.
Career fields for biology majors are wide-ranging and include research in the medical and life sciences, such as health and disease, neurology, genomics, microbiology and pharmacology. Learn more about this exciting major in the paragraphs below.
To view the four-year plan, visit KWU’s Advising page.
This program is offered:
On Campus
What can I do with a Biology degree?
A degree in Biology from KWU can lead you to further study of living organisms such as animals, plants, humans and even bacteria, with further studies at the graduate level possible to learn about the treatment of diseases and ways to protect and sustain the natural environment.
Healthcare is another good field for biologists. With further studies, Biology majors may pursue challenging careers as veterinarians, medical doctors, nurses, physician’s assistants, dentists or in other healthcare fields.
The study of living creatures is another possibility, with careers in marine biology, zoology, conservation, ecology and environmental management. Students might also consider becoming a science teacher at the high school or college level or joining the ranks of zookeepers, animal behaviorists, wildlife rehabilitators, fishery experts or wildlife biologists.
Course Requirements
All course requirements and descriptions for KWU鈥檚 Biology program can be found in the most recent version of the course catalog.
