Overview
- Degree Level
- Undergraduate
- Degrees Offered
- Minor
- Department
- Biology
- school/college
- College of Arts and Sciences
The minor in Biology provides students who have a major interest in another science, business, or humanities with the opportunity to explore the field of biology for their own satisfaction or application to a career goal.
(28 credits as listed below)
Students who want to minor in Biology should consult a departmental adviser.
Three Biology electives at the 300 level, at least one of which must be a Molecular, Cell and Organismal biology elective and at least one of which must be an Ecology, Evolution, and Population biology elective. Additionally, at least one of the three electives must have a laboratory component. These courses must be taken at Arcadia University or an approved study abroad course may be substituted.
Required Course
Explore how life works at the molecular level. You’ll study cells, genetics, and how organisms process energy and reproduce. It’s the foundation for understanding biology—and your first step into the world of life sciences.
Elective Course
Why do species change over time? Learn how evolution shapes life through natural selection, genetics, and behavior. You’ll explore everything from ancient theories to modern molecular tools to understand life’s incredible diversity.
Elective Course
Unlock the science of heredity. This course covers how genes are passed down, how they function, and how modern genetics is transforming science and medicine. Think DNA, traits, and the blueprint of life.