Learn the secrets of life

If you are interested in life, health and living things, then a Bachelor of Science in Biology (BSB) at AUS would be a great way to start your professional career. Biology is an exciting and rapidly evolving subject with a highly diverse nature that ranges from human biology to biodiversity, genetics and behavior. In the BSB program, students receive training in a variety of disciplines including genetics and molecular biology, microbiology, cell biology, anatomy, physiology, neuroscience, immunology, pharmacology, disease prevention, marine biology, biological conservation and management, ecology and others.

What we offer

Our department’s advanced laboratory facilities give students the proper tools and experiences to excel and become leaders in their chosen fields. Our courses feature different learning methodologies, from traditional classroom instruction to innovative laboratory experiments, field trips, independent study and senior research projects. Our dedicated world-class faculty members are keen to provide comprehensive advising on coursework and future career options.

Beyond the classroom, students can expand their knowledge and build their leadership skills by participating in the Biology Club or other related events and activities.

Where a degree in biology can take you

Graduates with a BSB degree from AUS can choose from numerous career options, including medicine and medicine-related professions, medical laboratory technology, public health, ecosystems health and management, wildlife conservation, marine biology, science education and teaching, academic research, pharmaceutical industry, governmental agencies, biotechnology and much more. They are also well prepared for graduate study.

Upon graduation, our students will be able to:

• identify and carry out thoughtful approaches to biology-related problems, understand ethical issues, and analyze biological threats to the environment
• demonstrate knowledge of the fundamentals of various molecular, cell and ecological techniques, instruments and equipment
• define simple research tasks, carry them out and use appropriate statistical analysis in the treatment of data
• produce written and oral reports in the style most commonly used in scientific literature

Find our program brochure here.

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