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Biological Sciences Degree

Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences

Offered on campus

Small Class Sizes, Individualized Attention from Faculty

Point Park University's biological sciences degree program entails a rigorous course of study. Students have the opportunity to concentrate in one of four areas:

Bioinformatics
Environmental Science
Molecular/Cellular
Organismal

This flexibility allows you to experience the breadth of biological sciences with a focused specialty. You receive a high-quality educational experience with opportunities for research and internships.

After successfully completing our Bachelor of Science in biology program, you can pursue advanced degrees in environmental or life science, or develop a meaningful career in biological or environmental sciences.

Courses & Topics

You will receive a well-rounded education through our core curriculum and classes in the biology major. Some of the courses in our Bachelor of Science in biological sciences program include:

Biochemistry
Botany
Bioinformatics
Biological Evolution
Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
Ecology
Human Genetics
Microbiology
Molecular/Cellular Biology

Meet Our Faculty

Laura Frost, Ph.D., professor of biological sciences

In Dr. Frost's laboratory courses, she incorporates inquisitional based-practices in which students learn the process of literature review, experimental design, data collection and presentation of results.

Faculty Bio

Diane Krill, Ph.D., professor of biological sciences

Prior to joining Point Park University, Dr. Krill was a research assistant professor in the Department of Pathology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.

Faculty Bio

Kristy Long, M.S., lecturer of natural sciences

Professor Long's chemistry classes at Point Park center on topics, such as safety, measurement, density, chemical reactions, titrations, oxidation-reduction, gases and equilibrium.

Faculty Bio

Biology Internships

Students in our biological sciences program have the opportunity to intern at a variety of places such as:

Allegheny Health Network
Pittsburgh Tissue Engineering, Inc.
University of Pittsburgh Department of Pharmacology
University of Pittsburgh Center for Vaccine Research
National Aviary

Career Options

With a Bachelor of Science degree in biology, you will have the option to pursue graduate school and/or various career opportunities in areas such as: