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Program checklist · BA

Biological Sciences, BA

Binghamton University · Vestal, NY

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Program
Award
BA
Credential class
ceterms:BachelorDegree
Catalog edition
2026-2027 Binghamton University Academic Guide
Checklist type
degree-program
Description
The Biological Sciences Bachelor of Arts curriculum is designed for students to meet the following learning outcomes: the ability to evaluate the methodology critically and to carry out scientific investigation in the biological sciences; understanding and critical evaluation of biological information; the ability to discuss and communicate biological concepts accurately, effectively and concisely; and the ability to apply biological training to student’s future careers. The BA is recommended for the student who wishes to use a general education with a major in biology as a foundation for careers in medical professions, environmentally related professions, law, business and finance, education, information technologies, and more. Students have great flexibility in their course choices and selection of courses based on career goals is highly advised.
Identifiers
IPEDS UNITID
196079
CourseShelf checklist
CK_196079_e1e08ec2
CollegeTransfer.Net
Institution Transfer Profile
Source
CourseShelf publish 61

Requirements to complete

Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.

Program Requirements

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    University General Education Requirements

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      Harpur College Requirements

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        Major Requirements

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          Declaring the Major

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            Course Requirements

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              Introductory Biology

              3 items
              1. BIOL 113
                Intro to Cell & Molecular Biol
                Not resolved to a course
              2. BIOL 114
                Intro to Organisms & Pops Biol
                Not resolved to a course
              3. BIOL 115
                Intro Biology Lab
                Not resolved to a course

              General chemistry

              4 items
              1. CHEM 104
                General Chemistry I
                Not resolved to a course
              2. CHEM 105
                General Chemistry II
                Not resolved to a course
              3. CHEM 106
                General Chemistry Laboratory
                Not resolved to a course
                or: CHEM 107 - Gen Chem I CHEM/BCHEM Majors
              4. CHEM 108
                Gen Chem II CHEM/BCHEM Majors
                Not resolved to a course
                or: CHEM 111 - Chemical Principles

              Organic chemistry

              2 items
              1. CHEM 231
                Organic Chemistry I
                Not resolved to a course
              2. CHEM 332
                Organic Chemistry II
                Not resolved to a course

              Statistics

              1 item
              1. One full course in statistics from approved list. Note: AP Statistics is NOT accepted for fulfilling this requirement.
                Not resolved to a course

              Cell and Molecular Biology (CMB) Core

              3 items
              1. BIOL 311
                Principles Of Cell Biology
                Not resolved to a course
              2. BIOL 332
                Genetics
                Not resolved to a course
              3. BIOL 401
                Molecular Genetics
                Not resolved to a course

              Ecology and Evolution (EE) Core

              3 items
              1. BIOL 351
                Mechanisms Of Evolution
                Not resolved to a course
              2. BIOL 355
                Ecology
                Not resolved to a course
              3. BIOL 373
                Ecol. Principles & Application
                Not resolved to a course

              Electives

              2 items
              1. Eight credits of math/science electives from the approved list
                Not resolved to a course
              2. 12 credits of upper-level biology courses (numbered 300 and above) including two laboratory courses. BIOL 490-493 does not fulfill this requirement.
                Not resolved to a course

              Additional Information About the Program

              8 items
              1. Students may not double major or minor in integrative neuroscience or biochemistry.
                Not resolved to a course
              2. The following courses may be required for the biological sciences major:
                Not resolved to a course
              3. MATH 147
                If students are not placed into MATH 147, then MATH 107 or BIOL 100 may also be required to complete the major. Some biology majors may take MATH 224. If students are not placed into MATH 224, then MATH 223 and, if needed, MATH 108 are also required.
                Not resolved to a course
              4. CHEM 100
                may be required for students not placed into the introductory chemistry sequence.
                Not resolved to a course
              5. Some biology majors may take BIOL 347. BIOL 251 is also required if taking BIOL 347.
                Not resolved to a course
              6. Students pursuing the SUNY transfer path should check with the school they wish to transfer to in order to determine whether MATH 108 is necessary.
                Not resolved to a course
              7. No more than four credits may come from the following list: BIOL 494, 495, 496, 497, and 498. Only one laboratory course requirement may be satisfied by BIOL 495, 497, or 498. Also, a course counting toward the laboratory requirement must be at least two credits. BIOL 490-493 does not fulfill this requirement.
                Not resolved to a course
              8. Except for BIOL 391 and 494-498, no BIOL course taken on the Pass/Fail grading option will fulfill the requirements for the biology major.
                Not resolved to a course
              Source. Binghamton University, catalog 2026-2027 Binghamton University Academic Guide — https://catalog.binghamton.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=7&poid=2006&returnto=313. Captured page pages/0032.html.gz. Assembled from the institution's published catalog as captured; every record names its captured page and source URL. Assembled, not asserted.