The Department of Biological Sciences offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology consisting of five options: General Biology, Environmental Biology, Microbial/Molecular Biology, Premedical/Pre-dental, Secondary Teaching, and a minor in Biological Sciences. Students may take courses in biological science, botany, physiology, and zoology.
Students following the liberal arts curriculum may prepare themselves for a variety of positions in private industry, government or field naturalist services, as well as for graduate studies in any of the biological sciences or for the professional study of medicine or dentistry. Completion of the Secondary Teaching Option in Biology qualifies students for an Initial Type 09 Illinois High School Certificate with a high school endorsement in science, a biological science designation for grades 9- 12, and middle grade endorsements in biological science, physical science, and general science for grades 6-8.
Certification requires the successful completion of the Illinois Certification Tests of Basic Skills, Biology, and Assessment of Professional Teaching (Secondary 6-12). The Secondary Teaching Program is accredited by the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA), and meets Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) standards in science education.
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