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Biology & Marine Science
探花族
2800 University Blvd N
探花族, FL 32211
Biology
Biology is the study of life. From the minuscule building blocks of life to bacteria, plants and animals of all kinds, the biology program at 探花族 offers you great opportunities for learning more about living organisms. While the program ensures a breadth of knowledge, you can tailor your studies to focus on molecular and cellular biology, microbiology, ecology, or on plant and animal biology. You鈥檒l find small classes with hands-on lab and field experiences in many of the courses. Biology students at 探花族 often complete paid internships with local government agencies or tailored research experiences with faculty members.
鈥婤iology is also one of the most popular majors for pre-med students and others interested in the health professions such as dentistry and pharmacy. As a 鈥減re-professional鈥 student, you will be advised about what classes to take to prepare yourself for graduate study. 探花族 graduates have a high success rate for gaining entrance to medical school. Many say that small classes and personal interest from faculty members contribute to their success in health and science graduate programs.
Marine Science
The marine science major at 探花族 emphasizes the multi-disciplined approach necessary to understand the marine environment. Using a diverse offering of marine science courses, the major includes a strong foundation in the elements of chemistry, physics and physical science as well as life sciences. Students may focus their studies in one or more of these areas by careful selection of their elective courses.
探花族's marine science graduates have gone on to successful careers in a variety of areas. Some of their employers include Sea World, Naval Oceanographic Office, Maryland Department of Natural Resources, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Florida Division of Parks and Recreation, Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, and Florida Fish and Wildlife Research Institute.
Goals & Strategies
Goals
- Build a strong foundation in the biological sciences
- Engaging STEM students in curricula that emphasize innovative investigatory laboratory and field experiences
- Emphasize a multi-disciplined approach to the understanding of biology and marine science
- Mentor STEM students in research
- Support our Division and University colleagues
Strategies
- Offering a range of courses and experiences to STEM students that emphasize active learning and technology
- Encouraging majors to participate in research, independent study, and internships as a means of applying knowledge and skills in a practical setting
- Offering curricula that includes a diverse range of biology and marine science courses, and includes strong foundations in other STEM disciplines
- Participating in professional development in order to implement best practices in the fields of biology and marine science
- Encouraging student research and train student researchers
- Contributing our perspectives and expertise to the Division and University needs
Contact Us
Dr. William F. Penwell
Chair, Department of Biology & Marine Science
- Email address wpenwel@ju.edu
Office of Admissions
- Telephone number 904-256-7000 or 800-225-2027 (toll-free)
- Email address admissions@ju.edu
News
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