Humboldt State University

Cellular and Molecular Biology

This option is designed for those biology majors requiring a stronger background in the physical sciences so that they are better prepared to pursue graduate studies in experimental biology. It is also envisioned that this option might represent a terminal degree for some individuals, such as those desiring jobs as research technicians in the biological sciences.
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Ecology & Biodiversity

This option is designed for a student who is interested in a hands-on approach to the science of ecology and biodiversity.
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Environmental Biology

This option is designed for the student desiring an emphasis in descriptive biology.
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General Biology

This option is designed to allow the student a wide range of flexibility in designing a program to meet individual needs.
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Marine Biology

The Marine Biology option is one of the Marine Sciences programs at Humboldt State.  It provides students with a fundamental background in the biological sciences and emphasizes application of coursework to the study of marine ecosystems. NOTE: Please check with your advisor to see which Marine Biology contract you should use:
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Microbiology

This program provides a broad laboratory-oriented background in the study of microorganisms of all kinds (bacteria, algae, fungi, protozoa), including structure, identification, physiology, genetics, ecology and parasitism, artificial culture, and experimental technique.
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Science Education

For students desiring a career in teaching biology at the secondary (high school) level. One additional year of courses (after the B.S.) can lead to a teaching credential.
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Biology minor -

Advisor Dr. Tomescu

This option allows the student to add an education in biology to his or her existing course of study.
Minor Contract

Updated 6/5/13