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Program
- Award
- BS
- Credential class
- ceterms:BachelorDegree
- CIP
- 38.0104
- Catalog edition
- Catalog 2026-2027
- Checklist type
- degree-program
- SOC
- 25-1126
- Description
- Biology and Public Health, BS (Boston) Computer Science and Biology, BS (Boston) Computer Science and Biology, BS (Oakland) Bioethics, Minor Biology, Minor Cell and Molecular Biology, Minor Science Writing, Minor Chemistry and Chemical Biology Marine and Environmental Sciences Mathematics Physics Psychology Interdisciplinary Programs Accelerated Bachelor/Graduate Degree Programs College of Social Sciences and Humanities Mills College at Northeastern College of Professional Studies Undergraduate Graduate Course Descriptions Catalog Archives Student Handbook Print Options // Overview Program Requirements In the biology and political science BS program, science courses lay the groundwork for strong basic training in mathematics, chemistry, and physics that are relevant to biology. In biology courses, students broadly explore the organization and processes of life-from molecules and cells through organs and organ systems to populations, ecosystems, and evolution. In political science courses, students pursue core concepts of American government, comparative politics, international relations, and political thought. Coursework in quantitative techniques is also required. Students choose from a range of advanced subject electives and optional concentrations in political science. An appreciation of the intersection of biology, ethical political policy, and political science is provided through integrative coursework. Complete all courses listed below unless otherwise indicated. Also complete any corequisite labs, recitations, clinicals, or tools courses where specified and complete any additional courses needed beyond specific college and major requirements to satisfy graduation credit requirements. Universitywide Requirements All undergraduate students are required to complete the Universitywide Requirements . NUpath Requirements All undergraduate students are required to complete the NUpath Requirements .
Identifiers
- IPEDS UNITID
- 167358
- CourseShelf checklist
- CK_167358_a32c0f50
- CollegeTransfer.Net
- Institution Transfer Profile
- Source
- CourseShelf publish 61
Requirements to complete
Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.
Biology Requirements
0 items
Introduction to College
1 item
- or: POLS 1000 Political Science at Northeasternor: INSC 1000 Science at Northeastern1
Experiential Learning Introduction
1 item
- 1
Biology Core Courses
major core · 5 items
- BIOL 1107and BIOL 1108Foundations of Biologyand Lab for BIOL 1107Not resolved to a course5
- 4
- BIOL 2301and BIOL 2302Genetics and Molecular Biologyand Lab for BIOL 2301Not resolved to a course5
- 4
- BIOL 3611and BIOL 3612Biochemistryand Lab for BIOL 3611Not resolved to a course5
Organismal and Evolutionary Biology Elective
Choose 1 of the following · Complete one of the following: · electives · 14 items
- Complete one of the following:Not resolved to a course4-5
- 4
- 4
- 4
- 4
- 4
- 4
- EEMB 2302and EEMB 2303Ecologyand Lab for EEMB 2302Not resolved to a course
- 4
- 4
- EEMB 2700and EEMB 2701Marine Biologyand Lab for EEMB 2700Not resolved to a course
- 4
- 4
- 4
Intermediate/Advanced Biology
Choose 1 of the following · Complete one course from the following: · 1 item
- Complete one course from the following:Not resolved to a course4-5
BIOL 2327 to BIOL 3999
0 items
BIOL 4705 to BIOL 5999
0 items
Supporting Courses for Biology
0 items
Mathematics
1 item
- 4
Chemistry
0 items
A grade of D or better is required in CHEM 1161 and CHEM 1162.
3 items
- CHEM 1161and CHEM 1162and CHEM 1163General Chemistry for Science Majorsand Lab for CHEM 1161and Recitation for CHEM 1161Not resolved to a course5
- CHEM 2311and CHEM 2312Organic Chemistry 1and Lab for CHEM 2311Not resolved to a course5
- CHEM 2313and CHEM 2314Organic Chemistry 2and Lab for CHEM 2313Not resolved to a course5
Physics
1 item
- PHYS 1145and PHYS 1146Physics for Life Sciences 1and Lab for PHYS 1145Not resolved to a course5
Writing
2 items
- or: ENGW 1102 First-Year Writing for Multilingual Writers4
- As published: “Advanced Writing in the Sciences (Preferred)”or: ENGW 3315 Interdisciplinary Advanced Writing in the Disciplines4
Political Science Requirements
0 items
Core Courses in Political Science
major core · 3 items
- 4
- 4
- 4
Statistics
Choose 1 of the following · Complete one of the following: · 3 items
- Complete one of the following:Not resolved to a course4-5
- ENVR 2500and ENVR 2501Biostatisticsand Lab for ENVR 2500Not resolved to a course
- 4
Political Thought
Choose 1 of the following · Complete one of the following: · 5 items
- Complete one of the following:Not resolved to a course4
Political Science Electives
electives · 0 items
Note: You may use four courses from the elective areas to fulfill a concentration.
electives · 1 item
- Complete five POLS courses at the 2000 level and above.Not resolved to a course20
Integrative Requirements and Capstone
0 items
Integrative Requirements
Choose 2 of the following · Complete two of the following: · 7 items
- Complete two of the following:Not resolved to a course8
- 4
- 4
- 4
- 4
- 4
Capstone Requirement
Choose 1 of the following · Complete one of the following: · 6 items
- Complete one of the following:Not resolved to a course1-4
- 4
- As published: “Biology Research Capstone (concurrent with BIOL 4991 or 4994, which may be used toward Intermediate/Advanced Biology)”1
- 4
- 4
Concentration in American Political Institutions
Choose 4 of the following · Complete four of the following: · concentration · 6 items
- Complete four of the following:Not resolved to a course16
- 4
- 4
- 12
Concentration in Campaigns and Elections
concentration · 0 items
Required Courses
2 items
- 4
- 4
Campaigns and Elections Electives
Choose 2 of the following · Complete two of the following: · electives · 4 items
- Complete two of the following:Not resolved to a course8
- 4
- 4
Concentration in Comparative Politics
concentration · 0 items
Theoretical Requirement
Choose 2 of the following · Complete two of the following: · 7 items
- Complete two of the following:Not resolved to a course8
- 4
Regional Requirements
Choose 1 of the following · Complete one of the following: · 3 items
- Complete one of the following:Not resolved to a course4
- 4
- 4
Experiential/Practicum Requirement
Choose 1 of the following · Complete one of the following: · 4 items
- Complete one of the following:Not resolved to a course4
Concentration in Identity, Culture, and Politics
concentration · 0 items
Core Course
major core · 1 item
- 4
Electives
Choose 3 of the following · Complete three of the following: · electives · 6 items
- Complete three of the following:Not resolved to a course12
Concentration in International Relations and Diplomacy
concentration · 0 items
Experiential/Practicum Requirement
Choose 1 of the following · Complete one of the following: · 4 items
- Complete one of the following:Not resolved to a course4
- 4
Core Courses
Choose 3 of the following · Complete three of the following: · major core · 5 items
- Complete three of the following:Not resolved to a course12
- As published: “International Political Economy”4
- 4
Concentration in Law and Legal Studies
Choose 4 of the following · Complete four of the following: · concentration · 8 items
- Complete four of the following:Not resolved to a course16
- 4
- As published: “U.S. Constitutional Law”4
- 12
Concentration in Public Policy
concentration · 0 items
Core Requirement
major core · 1 item
- 4
Electives
Choose 3 of the following · Complete three of the following: · electives · 5 items
- Complete three of the following:Not resolved to a course12
- 4
- 4
- 4
Concentration in Security Studies
Choose 4 of the following · Complete four of the following: · concentration · 6 items
- Complete four of the following:Not resolved to a course16
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