Biology is the study of life in all its diverse forms. As
a species, we have always been deeply fascinated by other
living creatures. Early human's dependence on other
animals and plants for food, medicine and shelter
fostered an appreciation for life's
interconnectedness. Modern society has rediscovered these
relationships in the face of such challenges as global
warming, rain forest destruction, AIDS, rising cancer
rates and industrial pollution.
Our approach to biology at Elon University stresses
hands-on experiences in the classroom, laboratory and
field. The course of study includes off-campus
experiential opportunities and research seminars that
encourage creative approaches to biological problems. The
focus is on science as a process, not merely a collection
of established facts.
The faculty strives to provide a high-quality program
that enables students to (1) develop critical thinking
and problem-solving skills to better understand and meet
present and future biological challenges; (2) develop
competency in information retrieval, use and analysis;
(3) develop an understanding of the latest technologies
utilized in biological investigation; (4) acquire
broad-based knowledge of biological concepts from
molecules to ecosystems; and (5) acquire an experiential
learning opportunity through research, internship or
laboratory assistantship.
The Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology (MT)
consists of three years of preprofessional training at
Elon followed by application to the 12-month clinical
program at our affiliated hospital. Admission to the
affiliated program is competitive and based on overall
GPA, evaluation by faculty and personal interviews.
Students may also apply to a variety of Medical
Technology programs once a bachelor's degree is
completed with the appropriate prerequisites.
In all of Elon's biology offerings, students
receive a strong foundation in biology that prepares
them for graduate studies, medical and other allied
health-related professional schools, teaching and
industry.
The Department of Biology and Allied Health offers
programs leading to the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of
Science degree with a major in Biology, the Bachelor of
Science degree with a major in Medical Technology and a
minor concentration in biology for students majoring in
another discipline.
The Department of Biology has divided its laboratory
course offerings that serve as electives into three
functional categories to assist students in the
development of a broad-based major with the necessary
fundamental biological concepts while at the same time
providing the student with the flexibility to build a
program that meets their individual interests and
needs.
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Molecular/Cellular Biology
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Organismal Biology
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Supraorganismal Biology
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BIO 322
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BIO 316 BIO 343
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BIO 335
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BIO 345
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BIO 318
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BIO 344
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BIO 348
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BIO 321
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BIO 442
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BIO 351/352
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BIO 325
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BIO 452
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BIO 353/354
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BIO 342
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