Dec 12, 2024  
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2024-25 
    
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2024-25

Biological Sciences Minor


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Minor code OR2121

College of Arts and Sciences  
Biological Sciences Department  
Irvine Hall 107
Athens, OH 45701
www.ohio.edu/cas/biology

Jim Van Brocklyn, contact person
vanbrock@ohio.edu

Program Overview

Students from other majors (e.g., chemistry, geography, geology, and others) can pursue a minor in biological sciences to enhance their undergraduate experience. Students are required to take the introductory biology series and genetics. Students can complete the minor with two courses of their choosing, one of which must have a laboratory.

Admissions Information

Freshman/First-Year Admission

No requirements beyond University admission requirements.

Change of Program Policy

No selective or limited admission requirements.

External Transfer Admission

No requirements beyond University admission requirements.

Opportunities Upon Graduation

The minor in biological science will enhance their opportunities for graduate school and professional school as well as employment.

Requirements 

Minor Hours Requirement


The biological sciences minor requires a minimum of 18 hours.

Electives


Complete at least one 3000/4000 level course with a laboratory.  Select from : BIOS 3015 , 3030 , 3105 , 3205 , 3225 , 3435 , 3455 , 3640 , 3760 , 4135 , 4180 , 4190 , 4310 , 4360 , 4460 , 4635 , 4650 , 4710 , 4720 , 4740 , 4865 .

 

Complete additional coursework at the 3000/4000 level as needed to complete the 18 hour requirement.

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