Biology, BA

Overview

The Biology major trains students in the core principles of biology with a strong emphasis on the biomedical sciences. The curriculum provides a broad foundation in the life sciences, covering key areas such as molecular and cell biology, genetics, ecology, evolution, physiology, and anatomy. Students develop essential skills in laboratory techniques, critical evaluation of scientific literature, and effective communication of scientific ideas. Through rigorous coursework and hands-on lab experience, the program prepares students to think analytically and engage deeply with biological concepts.

Graduates of the Biology major pursue diverse career paths, including healthcare professions such as medicine, dentistry, and veterinary science, as well as roles in research, laboratory science, environmental conservation, policy, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals. The program is designed to support students in achieving their academic and professional goals while fostering a strong foundation for advanced study and meaningful contributions to the scientific community.

Degree Requirements

To earn the Bachelor of Arts in Biology, students must complete a minimum of 128 credits including major requirements, Yeshiva College Core/General Education and Jewish Studies requirements, and elective courses as needed.

Major Requirements (43-44 credits)

Core Courses

BIO 1011Principles of Biology I Lecture

3

BIO 1012Principles of Biology II Lecture

3

BIO 1013Principles of Biology I Lab

1

BIO 1014Principles of Biology II Lab

1

CHE 1045General Chemistry Lecture

3

CHE 1046General Chemistry II Lecture

3

CHE 1047General Chemistry II Lab

2

 

MAT 1410Fundamentals of Calculus

4

Or

MAT 1412Calculus I

4

 

MAT 1413Calculus II

4

Or

STA 1021Introduction to Statistics

3

Electives

Complete two of the following advanced lab courses:

BIO 3513Genetics

4

Or

BIO 3521Molecular Biology

4

 

BIO 3207Cell Biology

4

Or

BIO 4023Microbiology

4

Complete a minimum of 8 credits from the following:

One or more advanced lab courses not taken above

4-8

 

BIO 1376Principles of Biochemistry

3

And

BIO 1377Principles of Biochemistry Lab

2

 

BIO 2320Human and Comparative Anatomy

4

BIO 3728Human Physiology

4

Complete a minimum of four credits from the following:

BIO 1372Bioinformatics

4

BIO 1376Principles of Biochemistry

3

BIO 3230Immunology

2

BIO 3804Psychobiology

3

BIO 4901Independent Study

1 TO 3

BIO 4931Topics in Biology

2 TO 4

BIO 4934Special Topics

0 TO 2

BIO 1376 may only count once toward the elective requirement. 

Courses within any given major or minor require a grade of a “C-“ or better to fulfill its requirement.