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Biology

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  Mission Statement

The mission of the UCA Biology Department is to promote, enhance, and contribute to the science of biology by offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs, engaging in biological research and actively assisting the individuals and organizations in our community. The biology program also contributes to the education of all UCA students through its general education biology course and plays a significant role in supporting the curriculum for programs in the College of Health and Behavioral Sciences.

 

Biology Students in Action

Our greatest asset from the students’ perspective is probably that UCA’s biology faculty are genuinely dedicated to teaching excellence. They maintain high standards and engage students in current scientific techniques and concepts in their courses. Many of our faculty are actively engaged in research funded by various of agencies, and most of these projects include opportunities for student involvement. Please consider a visit to our campus to learn more about UCA and what we have to offer.

 

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS AND DEGREES

The largest major in the Department of Biology is a Bachelors of Science in Biology and offers an emphasis in:

Ecology / Environmental Biology
Cellular / Molecular Biology / Biomedical

Pre-professional Science Concentrations in:
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Pre-Medical
– Pre-Physician Assistant
– Pre-Dental
– Pre-Veterinary
– Pre-Optometry

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science

Department Honors Program

Bioinformatics

M.S. in Biology

 

Department Academic Advising

Our department offers one-on-one faculty advising that  prepares students for entry into graduate and professional schools as well as employment in scientific fields and education. All Biology students are required to be advised every semester in order to register for classes. For more information or to make an advising appointment please contact the department at (501) 450-3146.

Brent Hill, Ph.D.
Professor and Department Chair
Department of Biology
Lewis Science Center 180
Phone: (501) 450-5915  Fax: (501) 450-5914
bhill@uca.edu

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