Biology BA Degree Map
The degree map is a term-by-term sample course schedule to make it easier for you to understand how to graduate in four years with a degree in Biology. The actual sequence of courses may differ for each student. Please consult with your advisor about the best path for you.
Credits to Graduate with a BA in Biology
120
A Bachelor of Arts degree in biology requires 120 credits. With 5 classes a semester, this puts you on track to graduate in 4 years. A minimum gpa of 2.0 is required.
Credits for Major in Biology
63
To qualify as a major, 63 credits are required. 38 credits are required in biology and 25 credits in related subjects. Courses 300-400 are only open to juniors and seniors.
General Education Credits Required for a BA in Biology
30
To satisfy the general education requirements, 30 credits are required. However, some courses may fulfill both major and general education requirements. Be sure to discuss your courses with your advisor.
First Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BIO 0105-111 Biological Concepts & Methods I BA Biology/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| CHE 0106-111¹ General Chemistry I BA Biology/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| FYS 0952-110 First Year Seminar General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| ENG 0122-107 Art & Craft of Writing General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15 credits |
¹Upon recommendation by advisor these courses may be taken during different semesters
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BIO 0105-112 Biological Concepts & Methods II BA Biology/General Education Requirement |
4 credits |
| CHE 0106-112¹ General Chemistry II BA Biology Requirement |
4 credits |
| MTH 0144-144 Statistics for the Natural Sciences BA Biology/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Social Science Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| 17 credits |
¹Upon recommendation by advisor these courses may be taken during different semesters
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Second Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| CHE 0106-251¹ Organic Chemistry I BA Biology Requirement |
3 credits |
| CHE 0106-253¹ Organic Chemistry I Lab BA Biology Requirement |
2 credits |
| Foreign Language Course² Level I BA Biology/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Social Sciences Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Humanities Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| 14-15 credits |
¹Upon recommendation by advisor these courses may be taken during different semesters.
²Students may elect to sit for language competency exam.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BIO 0105-222 Genetics BA Biology Requirement |
3 credits |
| BIO 0105-224 Research Project Lab BA Biology/General Education Requirement |
2 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level II BA Biology/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| CSC/MTH Elective Select 1 course BA Biology Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 14-15 credirs |
- If you live on campus, run for the Executive Board of the Residential Student Association
- Join the Biology Club! Learn more about them here and how they can play a role in your journey.
- Attend 2 large events from SAB and SCE hroughout the year to meet more of your fellow panthers and experiecne all that Adelphi has!
- Join the Biology Club. Attend a resume workshop. Apply for a summer internship with the Jaggar Community Fellows Program.
Third Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BIO 0105 1 Course in Biochemistry, Cell & Developmental Bio BA Biology Requirement |
3 credits |
| BIO 0105 Elective Select 1 course BA Biology Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level III BA Biology/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Arts Elective 1 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| NON BIO Electives³ Select 1 courseBA Biology Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15-16 credits |
³Select 9 credits from the following: CHE 252/254 or PHY 111 or PHY 113, PHY 112 or PHY 114, MTH 110, MTH 130, MTH 131, MTH 140 or above, or CSC 160, CSC 17X, or any EAS course.
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BIO 0105 1 Course in Anatomy & Physiology Biology BA Biology Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| CSC/MTH Elective Select 1 course BA Biology Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| Foreign Language Course Level IV BA Biology/General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| Communication Elective Select 1 course: Written General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| NON BIO Electives Select 1 course BA Biology Requirement |
3 credits |
| 15-17 credits |
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Fourth Year
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| BIO 0105-400/500 Select 1 course at this level BA Biology Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| BIO 0105 1 course in Ecology & Organismal BA Biology Requirement |
3-4 credits |
| NON BIO Electives Select 1 course BA Biology Requirement |
3 credits |
| Arts Elective 2 of 2 courses General Education Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15-17 credits |
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Capstone Capstone Experience BA Biology Requirement |
3 credits |
| BIO 0105 Elective Select 1 course BA Biology Requirement |
3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| General Elective | 3 credits |
| 15 credits |
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