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Establish a strong base in biology and life sciences to open doors to various career paths.
Enrolled in UMass Boston's Biology BS program, you'll study life processes across all levels—from cellular and molecular to organismal and environmental. Acquire essential skills to kickstart your career, whether you aim to conduct biological research, teach, practice medicine, enter biotechnology, or contribute to environmental conservation. Biology graduates enjoy numerous professional opportunities.
Through this program, you will:
Take STEM-focused courses tailored to your career goals
Specialize in a specific area of biology that interests you
Enhance critical thinking and problem-solving abilities through classroom learning and hands-on lab work
Access research opportunities in faculty-led laboratories
Prepare for graduate studies or immediate employment in rewarding fields
Career Opportunities
Fulfill coursework requirements for healthcare careers. Pursue research to satisfy curiosity and make a global impact. Apply your knowledge to address environmental challenges. A Biology BS degree unlocks these possibilities and more.
UMass Boston Biology graduates have excelled as:
Biology and biomedical researchers
Physicians and physician assistants
Educators in science
University professors
Laboratory technicians
Environmental specialists and managers
Marine biologists
Biotechnology professionals
Policy advisors in government and nonprofit sectors