Biological Science Undergraduate Programs - Oxley College of Health & Natural Sciences

Biological Science Undergraduate Programs

biological science

Biology is a rapidly changing science that incorporates molecular and cellular biology; behavioral and molecular ecology; developmental biology; organismal, ecological and evolutionary genetics; microbiology; aerobiology; molecular systematics; and neuroscience. Flexible degree requirements lead to careers in the biology and health fields or graduate school.

The Department of Biological Science offers B.S., B.A., M.S. and Ph.D. degrees.

Research opportunities allow undergraduate and graduate students to work directly with professors in laboratories as well as ecological field sites such as the Tall Grass Prairie Preserve, the Oklahoma Cross Timbers and the Ozark Mountains. Students are encouraged to participate in the local chapters of the Beta Beta Beta biology honor society and Alpha Epsilon Delta pre-med honor society and are often invited to present research at nationwide conferences.

  • Program Learning Outcomes

    Bachelor of Arts or Science in Biological Sciences

    1. Display fundamental understanding of basic genetics and evolution through (a) responses on lecture quizzes and tests, (b) responses on laboratory quizzes and practical exams, or (c) written reports from laboratory exercises.
    2. Demonstrate basic knowledge of cell structure and function and molecular biology through (a) responses on lecture quizzes and tests, (b) responses on laboratory quizzes and practical exams, or (c) written reports from laboratory exercises.
    3. Demonstrate basic knowledge of comparative organismic diversity through (a) responses on lecture quizzes and tests, (b) responses on laboratory quizzes and practical exams, or (c) written reports from laboratory exercises.
    4. Demonstrate an understanding of basic organismal adaptations to ecological environments through (a) responses on lecture quizzes and tests, (b) responses on laboratory quizzes and practical exams, or (c) written reports from laboratory exercises. 5. Analyze and evaluate scientific data and/or current literature; this will be assessed through experimental design, problem solving, presentations, class discussions, class essays, or term papers.
  • Degree Options

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    Learn the basic principles of biological science and how general science fundamentals apply to the area of biology.

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    Study biology with a foundational science and mathematics curriculum.

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    Apply to medical, dentistry or veterinary school. Pre-professional program in medicine

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    Non-majors interested in learning more about biology are encouraged to add it to their degree program as a minor.

    Interdisciplinary Programs

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    Students from any discipline may minor in bioinformatics.

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    Provides foundational knowledge of the structure and function of the brain and nervous system.

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    Students majoring in any discipline may minor in biomedical engineering.



  • Typical Four-Year Schedule
    Clinical Course Hours per Week Clincal Experience
    NSG 2273 Nursing Interventions I 9 Lab, child care, long-term care
    NSG 3174 Nursing Interventions II 12 Medical-surgical, obstetrical, home visits and health fairs
    NSG 3274 Nursing Interventions III 12 Medical-surgical, pediatrics, community health settings
    NSG 4174 Nursing Interventions IV 12 Medical-surgical, psychiatric (acute and community), community clinics
    NSG 4275 Nursing Interventions V 15 Leadership Experience in Hospital


    * Introduction to College Writing or its equivalent may be a prerequisite in some cases.
    † A Supplemental Area Concentration must consist of at least 16 hours with 8 hours taken at the upper
    division levels.

  • Professional Opportunities
    • Medicine
    • Laboratory or field researcher
    • Biology teacher
    • Public health
    • Forensics