BSc in Biology - General in Wayne United States | William Paterson University of New Jersey

The General Concentration blends a solid foundation of core principles with specialized upper-level coursework. The program prioritizes practical learning through laboratory work and field studies, offering students in this track the widest range of elective options—from cellular/molecular biology to physiology, evolutionary studies, and organismal biology.

Biology majors can advance to professional programs or graduate studies across various disciplines including animal physiology, molecular biology, plant sciences, biochemistry, genetics, behavioral genetics, ecology, microbiology, and neuroscience. Those entering the workforce directly may find roles as lab technicians or research associates in pharmaceutical companies, medical facilities, government research labs, or environmental organizations. The degree also opens doors to science education careers, with certification pathways available for aspiring elementary or secondary school science teachers.