Biological Sciences

Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the baccalaureate degree, students in Biology are expected to be able to:

• Understand the basic principles of living systems at the molecular, cellular, and organismal level and how these principles are unified through evolution;
• Understand the nature, methods of acquiring, and limitations of scientific evidence and be able to participate in the process of scientific inquiry;
• Value the importance of living systems, Natural Science in general, and specifically biological science, basic research, and scientific thinking to society;
• Communicate scientific information and reasoning in writing, orally, and in other presentation formats;
• Apply and extrapolate biological science knowledge and skills to address local/global needs and problems.

• Demonstrate a command of fundamental principles of biology;
• Evaluate and critique biology-oriented science, social and ethical issues;
• Effectively relate scientific concepts in both oral and written formats.

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the research literature in their area of expertise;
• Integrate research methodologies and experimental strategies to develop a Master's Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation;
• Doctoral students will also develop a manuscript suitable for peer-reviewed publication in a professional journal.
  

Accreditation and/or Program/Cluster Review
Bowling Green State University [BGSU] is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.  BGSU has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission since 01/01/1916. The most recent reaffirmation of accreditation was received in 2012 - 2013. Questions should be directed to the Office of Institutional Effectiveness.

The Biology program will undergo its next Program/Cluster Review during the Academic Year 2019-20.

Professional Licensure (If applicable)
Bowling Green State University programs leading to licensure, certification and/or endorsement, whether delivered online, face-to-face or in a blended format, satisfy the academic requirements for those credentials set forth by the State of Ohio.

Requirements for licensure, certification and/or endorsement eligibility vary greatly from one profession to another and from state to state. The Biology program does not lead to professional licensure.

Gainful Employment (If applicable)     
Under the Higher Education Act Title IV disclosure requirements, an institution must provide current and prospective students with information about each of its programs that prepares students for gainful employment in a recognized occupation.

The Biology program is not a recognized occupation that requires a Gainful Employment disclosure.

Specializations:

• Marine and Aquatic Biology
• Ecology and Conservation Biology
• Forensic Biology