Mission
The Department of Sciences offers comprehensive and well-designed program curricula to provide in-depth knowledge to students interested in the biological, chemical, and closely related sciences. It is committed to provide quality education through an inherent assortment of major courses. The DS also emphasizes moral integrity and ethics as to prepare competent, fully rounded, critical thinkers who can be leaders in their respective field of study.
Program of Study
The Department of Sciences provides various academic programs and degrees:
Undergraduate Programs (All require 92 credits):
- BS in Biology
- BS in Environmental Science
- BS in Biochemistry
- BS in Chemistry
Both the BS in Biology and Biochemistry programs fulfill the requirements for the pre-medical program.
Graduate Programs:
- MS in Biology (36 credits)
- MS in Industrial Chemistry (36 credits)
Additionally, the Department of Sciences offers a Minor in Biology (17 credits).
Moreover, the Department of Sciences provides a range of undergraduate service courses in biology, chemistry, environmental science, and geology. These courses are intended to support academic programs offered by other faculties within the University.