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Biological Sciences Studies at UConn
A Bachelor of Science degree is generally recommended for students planning a scientific career in biology. This major involves the study of the life sciences. The requirements for the major in Biological Sciences are designed to ensure a sound and broad background in biology, with opportunities to explore related fields. Studying this major will develop knowledge of life's organisms, and how life systems interact. Along with this, come skills in research, data collection, laboratory techniques, problem solving, and critical thinking. Writing is enhanced, as technical and scientific data must be communicated to both the scientific and non-scientific communities. Employment opportunities can be found in drug and pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology, research institutions, government, education, medicine and health care, zoos, botanical gardens, museums, environmental companies, consulting firms, science journalism, agriculture, food sciences, law, forensic science, and many more.
Sample Job Titles
- arborist
- biochemist
- curator
- cytologist
- ecologist
- florist
- food scientist
- forester
- geneticist
- teacher
- professor
- sales representative
- aquarist
- entomologist
- environmental specialist
- fisheries biologist
- marine biologist
- microbiologist
- museum technician
- biomedical engineer
- biophysicist
- biotechnologist
- immunologist
- pathologist
- pharmacologist
- zoologist
- science writer
- biotechnology investment analyst
