BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN
BIOLOGY
Program Specification
Program Outcomes
The BS Biology is a 4-year undergraduate honors program that provides a rigorous approach to the biological sciences. Its curriculum, consisting of essential biological disciplines and over 50 options for major’s electives, is excellent preparation for medical schools, as well as for graduate studies in institutions her and abroad. Majors choose from among four areas of specialization, namely: Biomedical Science, Cell and Molecular Biology, Ecology, and Systematics, and Microbiology. These being the research areas of the department, the majors are given rigorous training through innovative lecture and laboratory courses and through the undergraduate Thesis and Practicum. Majors choose eight electives within their chosen area, ultimately leading to a formal specialization in that area upon graduation.
(Check Admission requirement in Student Handbook and CMO)
BS Biology graduates shall:
- Be employed in government/private institutions and other agencies where scientists with biological expertise are needed.
- Engage in entrepreneurial activities.
- Conduct research in the various areas of biology.
- Undertake postgraduate education in Biology and allied fields
- Pursue a career in teaching.
| Bachelor of Science in Biology | Summary of Units |
|---|---|
| Institutional Course | (12 Units) |
| General Education | 24 Units |
| Elective Courses | 9 Units |
| Mandated Courses | 3 Units |
| Biology Tool Courses | 18 Units |
| Fundamental Courses | 50 Units |
| Specialization Courses | 28 |
| Free Electives | 6 |
| Undergraduate Thesis | 3 |
| Practicum or On-The-Job Training | 3 |
| Required Courses (PE, NSTP) | 14 Units |
| Total | 170 Units |
| PROGRAM OUTCOMES CODE | PROGRAM OUTCOMES STATEMENT |
|---|---|
| PO A | Articulate the latest developments in biological sciences including biotechnology and molecular biology in the specific field of practice. |
| PO B | Demonstrate professional, social, and ethical responsibility like practicing intellectual property rights and sustainable development as a biologist. |
| PO C | Apply critical and problem-solving skills in conducing basic and applied research. |
| PO D | Interpret relevant scientific data and make judgments that include reflection on relevant scientific and ethical issues. |
| PO E | Demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge and understanding in the core areas of physical and natural sciences. |
| PO F | Effectively communicate ideas, problems, and solutions (both orally and textually) to other scientists, decision makers, and the public. |
| PO G | Actively collaborate in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams and be able to critically evaluate input from others |
| PO H | Conduct safe and responsible techniques and procedures in any laboratory, industry, or field practices. |
| PO I | Apply biological knowledge in the teaching profession, and entrepreneurial activities |
| PO J | Display the characteristic of an Augustinian graduate in everyday life situations |
Relationship of VM, Graduate Attributes, PEO to PO
About the Program
Department Contact
- G/F Rada Hall, University of San Agustin, General Luna Street, Iloilo City
- usa.edu.ph/clase
- cas@usa.edu.ph
- 337-4841 to 41 Local Number : 1026
- Mon - Fri : 08:00 AM - 5:00 PM