Biology

Students who pursue a Biology major will gain a broad-based foundation in the biological sciences that is necessary to pursue graduate work in biology or to pursue a career in the medical and environmental fields, in the laboratory, or other related areas. In addition to a broad overview of biology, students will also strengthen their scientific skills through participation in research trips, laboratory work and internship opportunities.

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Learn In Real World Environments

As a biology student at Simpson University, you'll have the opportunity to practice stewardship and expand your horizons...all while earning credits toward your degree.

You can choose to take summer classes at Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies, where you'll participate in sustainable community-building, environmental education projects and community outreach services in the Great Lakes Forest, Puget Sound, South Florida or South India.

You'll also have the option to enjoy a semester abroad through the Latin American Studies Partnership Program.  In Latin America, you'll broaden your horizons by traveling through diverse cultures and living with native families, while taking part in field studies and dynamic classroom experiences based on the politically and economically sensitive relationship between North America and Latin America.

Career Opportunities

In addition to careers in medicine, research or teaching, your biology degree from Simpson will also help prepare you for a career in:

  • Pharmaceutical Sales
  • Business Consultation
  • Biotechnology
  • Patent & Environmental Law
  • Healthcare Technology
  • Technical Writing
  • Nursing
  • Science Journalism 
  • Physical Therapy
  • Computer Programming
  • Public Health
  • Computer Modeling
  • Wildlife Biology  
  • Environmental Science
  • Clinical Chemistry
  • Waste Management
  • Genetic Counseling
  • Agriculture
  • Pharmaceutical Research
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Research

 ...and dozens of other fields