From the smallest cells to the tallest trees, biology is the science of all life—exploring how organisms function, their origins and evolution, and the ways in which they interact with other living things and the environment.

At Michigan Tech, earning a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences means learning the basics of molecular, cellular, organismal, and ecological levels of organization. You will take your knowledge and apply it to the real world with innovative, hands-on laboratory investigations, field research, and one-on-one work with faculty mentors.

With a strong, quantitative education in the chemistry, mathematics, biochemistry, and physics of biological sciences, students are ready to excel in whatever comes next—whether that is medical school, advanced graduate work, or a career in industry.

Degree ConcentrationsThere are specialized concentrations available with the BS in Biological Sciences that allow you to tailor your program:

• General Biology • Pre-health Professions

• Ecology • Secondary Education Teacher Certification

Limitless Career Pathways A biology degree from Michigan Tech will take you anywhere you want to go. With a solid background in natural sciences, you can find work in a variety of fields.

• Pharmaceuticals • Health Care

• Quality Assurance • Environmental Consulting

• Forensics • Governmental Agencies

• Academia • Non-profit Organizations

Minors We offer many minors, giving students an opportunity to specialize in a secondary discipline.

• Biochemistry • Bioprocess Engineering

• Ecology • Fish Biology

• Microbiology • Nanoscale Science and Engineering

• Plant Biotechnology • Plant Sciences

• Remote Sensing

For more information, visit Apply online—for free! www.mtu.edu/biological www.mtu.edu/apply

Department of Biological SciencesPhone 906-487-2025 • biology@mtu.edu

The World is the ClassroomLearning about the living world from inside a classroom does not make much sense. At Michigan Tech, your classroom is all around you. Campus is surrounded by diverse ecosystems teeming with life—waters, forests, and wetlands—which make perfect outdoor teaching spaces. You will have the opportunity to learn in up-to-date labs and research facilities, with access to some of the most advanced technology in the industry.

Biology—BS www.mtu.edu/biological

Biological Sciences