Main navigation
- Programs
- Subjects
- Universities
- Destinations
- Advice
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology at UNC Greensboro is designed for students aiming for professional careers in biology or those with a deep passion for the subject.
Compared to the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree, the B.S. program requires a more rigorous foundation in mathematics and related sciences while fostering a deeper comprehension of biological principles.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
A key feature of this degree is the chance to engage in hands-on field and laboratory research alongside distinguished faculty members.
Students collaborate with globally renowned professors on diverse research projects, including cell movement, cancer studies, obesity research, influenza investigations, urban ecology, disease dynamics, and stream nutrient cycles.
The biology department's faculty are regularly honored with institutional teaching and mentoring accolades.
Cutting-edge resources include the new Plant and Pollinator Center, Campus Wetlands, advanced molecular biology instruments, two expansive greenhouse complexes, the Confocal Microscopy Facility, and other specialized laboratories.
Freshmen must have completed minimum high school course requirements.
English Language Proficiency exams for direct entry: IBT TOEFL 79 minimum; IELTS 6.5 minimum; ELS 112 score report, PTE Academic 53 and Duolingo English Test DET 105.