BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN

BIOLOGY

Program Specification

Program Title

Bachelor of Science in Biology (Major in Medical, and Major in Microbiology)

Awarding Body/Institution

University of San Agustin

Accrediting Body

PAASCU

Program Duration

Four Academic Years

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:

  1. Be employed in government/private institutions and other agencies where scientists with biological expertise are needed.

     

  2. Engage in entrepreneurial activities.
  3. Conduct research in the various areas of biology.
  4. Undertake postgraduate education in Biology and allied fields
  5. Pursue a career in teaching.

Bachelor of Science in BiologySummary of Units
Institutional Course(12 Units)
General Education24 Units
Elective Courses9 Units
Mandated Courses3 Units
Biology Tool Courses18 Units
Fundamental Courses50 Units
Specialization Courses28
Free Electives6
Undergraduate Thesis3
Practicum or On-The-Job Training3
Required Courses (PE, NSTP)14 Units
Total170 Units

PROGRAM OUTCOMES CODEPROGRAM OUTCOMES STATEMENT
PO AArticulate the latest developments in biological sciences including biotechnology and molecular biology in the specific field of practice.
PO BDemonstrate professional, social, and ethical responsibility like practicing intellectual property rights and sustainable development as a biologist.
PO CApply critical and problem-solving skills in conducing basic and applied research.
PO DInterpret relevant scientific data and make judgments that include reflection on relevant scientific and ethical issues.
PO EDemonstrate broad and coherent knowledge and understanding in the core areas of physical and natural sciences.
PO FEffectively communicate ideas, problems, and solutions (both orally and textually) to other scientists, decision makers, and the public.
PO GActively collaborate in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams and be able to critically evaluate input from others
PO HConduct safe and responsible techniques and procedures in any laboratory, industry, or field practices.
PO IApply biological knowledge in the teaching profession, and entrepreneurial activities
PO JDisplay the characteristic of an Augustinian graduate in everyday life situations

Relationship of VM, Graduate Attributes, PEO to PO

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