Cell & Molecular Biology, BS, Four-Year Plan
Four-Year Plan for the Bachelor of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology
Sample Plan for New Students
This is a sample and not the only way to complete this plan. *Some classes have pre-and/or co-requisites.
Important Major Information
- Credits in Major: 116
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.0 (some scholarships may require higher)
- Students must earn a C in prerequisite biology courses and a C- in other prerequisite science courses.
- At least 25 credits of BIOL 3000- or 4000-level courses are required.
Resources for Success
- Map out your own 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 the "What Can I Do with This Major?" page.
- Learn more about academic advising on the Advising Services page.
Four-Year Plan For New Students
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL 1620 + 1621 Evolution and Ecology + Lab* (4+1) | BIOL 1610 + 1611 Molecular and Cellular + Lab* (4+1) | BIOL 1630 + 1631 Physiology and Development + Lab* (4+1) | |
| CHEM 1500 + 1501 General Chemistry I + Lab* (4+1) | CHEM 1510 + 1511 General Chemistry II + Lab* (4+2) | CHEM 1520 or 1590 General Chemistry III or Research-Based III* (4 or 5) | |
| UCOR Module I (5) | UCOR Module I (5) | UCOR Module I (5) | |
| BIOL 1400 First-Year Experience (1) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Explore your major and draft an educational plan in MySeattleU.
- Meet with your advisor quarterly for discussion & educational plan approval.
- Get involved in campus activities and talk to biology faculty mentors.
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL 2700 Genetics* (5) | BIOL 2730 Bioinformatics* (5) | BIOL 2750 + 2751 Biotechnology + Lab* (5) | |
| CHEM 2500 + 2501 Organic Chemistry: Structure and Reactivity + Lab* (4+2) | CHEM 2510 + 2511 Organic Chemistry: Functional Group Interconversion + Lab* (4+2) | MATH 1230 Calculus for Life Sciences* [+MATH 1028 (2) if needed] (5) | |
| UCOR Module I (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Revise your educational plan and consult quarterly with your advisor.
- Participate in campus and local activities. Attend seminars and career events.
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL Project Course or Elective* (5) | BIOL Project Course or Elective* (5) | BIOL Project Course or Elective* (5) | |
| PHYS 1050 + 1051 Mechanics + Lab* (4+1) | PHYS 1060 + 1061 Waves, Sound, Electricity, and Magnetism + Lab* (4+1) | PHYS 1070 + 1071 Thermodynamics, Optics, and Modern Physics + Lab* (5) | |
| MATH 1210 Statistics for Life Sciences* (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) | UCOR Module III* (5) |
Year 3 Steps for Success
- Revise your educational plan and consult quarterly with your advisor.
- Investigate career options, attend career events, and consider post-SU educational programs or internships.
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOL 4991 Senior Synthesis I* (2) | BIOL 4992 Senior Synthesis II* (2) | BIOL 4993 Senior Synthesis III* (1) | |
| BIOL 4750 + 4751 Cell Biology + Lab* (4+2) | CHEM 3600 Introductory Biochemistry* (5) | BIOL 4996 Senior Synthesis Seminar* (1) | |
| UCOR Module III* (5) | UCOR Module III* (5) | General Electives (9) | |
| General Electives (5) |
Year 4 Steps for Success
- Review your graduation plan with your advisor and apply for graduation on MySeattleU.
- Attend career events and consult with a Career Coach or consider school options. Apply for jobs, internships, or graduate/professional programs.
University Core Requirements
UCOR classes are listed in the sample plan by Module. Some courses are fulfilled by degree requirements within the major.
- Module I
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 1200 Quantitative Thinking
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- Satisfied in Major: 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 & Global Challenges
- UCOR 3600 Social Sciences & Global Challenges
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 3800 Natural 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