Biology, BS, Two-Year Plan
Transfer plan for the Bachelor of Science in Biology - Biomedical Science Concentration
Sample Plan for New Students
This example assumes that you enter Seattle University with junior standing (90 credits or more) and have successfully completed the following:
- A transferable associate degree
- One year of Introductory Biology with labs
- One year of General Chemistry with labs
- Two terms of Organic Chemistry with labs
- Two terms of Calculus and/or Statistics
This is a sample plan and not the only way to complete the requirements. The number of credits is in parentheses.
Important Major Information
- Credits in Major: 114
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.0 (some scholarships may require higher)
- At least 25 credits of 3000- or 4000-level BIOL courses are required
Resources for Success
- Map out your plan through MySeattleU
- Meet with a Career Coach from the Career Engagement Center
- Sign up for academic support with Learning Assistance Programs
- Explore career options at "What Can I Do with This Major?" page
Two-Year Plan for Students with Junior Standing
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | BIOL Elective (e.g., BIOL 3100 Microbiology) (5) | BIOL Elective (e.g., BIOL 3180 Therapeutics of Disease) (5) | BIOL Elective (e.g., BIOL 3300 Developmental Biology) (5) |
| Course 2 | BIOL 1400 First-Year Experience (1) | BIOL 2700 Genetics (5) | PHYS 1070+1071 Thermo, Optics, & Mod Phys + Lab (5) |
| Course 3 | PHYS 1050+1051 Mechanics + Lab (5) | PHYS 1060+1061 Waves, Sound, Elect., & Mag. + Lab (5) | UCOR Module II (5) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Revise your course plan in MySeattleU and consult your professional advisor.
- Talk to biology faculty mentors.
- Investigate career options, attend seminars, and think about post-SU educational programs or internships.
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | BIOL 4991 Senior Synthesis I (2) | BIOL 4992 Senior Synthesis II (2) | BIOL 4993+4996 Senior Synthesis III + Seminar (2) |
| Course 2 | BIOL Elective (e.g., BIOL 2750 Biotechnology) (5) | BIOL Elective (e.g., BIOL 3250 Vertebrate Anatomy) (5) | BIOL Elective (e.g., BIOL 4100 Medical Microbiology) (5) |
| Course 3 | CHEM 3000 Quantitative Analysis (5) | CHEM 3600 Intro to Biochemistry (5) | UCOR Module III (5) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Finalize your plan for graduation, and review it with your advisor and mentor.
- Apply to graduate on MySeattleU.
- Attend career events and consider graduate or professional school options.
- Apply for jobs, internships, or graduate/professional programs.
University Core Requirements
Core Curriculum requirements are listed in the sample plan as UCOR courses from the Modules shown below. Some courses (*) have been fulfilled by your Associate Degree coursework and requirements in your major.
- Satisfied in Major: Module I
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Thinking
- 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 Ethical Reasoning
- Module III
- UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3400 Humanities and Global Challenges
- UCOR 3600 Social Sciences and Global Challenges
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