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Our Biology bachelor’s degree lets you unlock career potential by exploring the science of life.

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Be in demand in healthcare, food, pharmaceuticals and the green economy.

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Biology is the science of living things, and RIC's Biology Program gives you a broad foundation of knowledge and lab experience to build a career or pursue advanced studies in a range of life sciences. Explore how organisms grow, interact, and adapt—while preparing for a wide range of meaningful, high-impact careers in science, health, and sustainability.

High-Demand Biology Careers

  • Lab Technician
  • Doctor
  • Food Scientist
  • Environmental Scientist
  • Veterinarian
  • Marine Biologist

Why Earn a Biology Bachelor's Degree at Rhode Island College?

  • The Bureau of Labor Statistics is projecting nearly 150,000 job openings per year for the next 10 years in biology and life sciences.
  • Our Biology degree facilitates hands-on learning experiences and numerous opportunities for lab research.
  • Biology majors can also elect to get on the "fast track" and complete both a BA and an MA degree in biology in five years.
  • Topics covered include: genetics, ecology, molecular biology, statistical methods, organic chemistry and experimental design.
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Understand the courses you’ll take, the curriculum requirements to meet, and the concepts you’ll gain mastery of. This program also offers a minor program option. Get the detailed information you’re looking for.

The RIC Advantage

Rhode Island College is the best value in higher education. In-state students have the opportunity to attend two years tuition-free under the Hope Scholarship, while our Northeast Neighbors are offered a 40 percent discount.

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$3.67 million
grant funding generated for scientific research in the past 5 years
30%
of Biology majors, on average, engage in independent research each semester

Our Biology Faculty

We'll ensure that you learn to confidently use the scientific method to answer questions about the natural world. You'll also be able to effectively communicate the rationale, methodology and evidence of scientific research.

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Raquel Villot

“I find all of the biology professors friendly and approachable. They want you to succeed so they set you up to succeed.”

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Program Details

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Course Requirements

Course Descriptions

General Education

All degree programs require the completion of one 3-4 credit course in each of the nine General Education categories and the completion of at least 40 total credits of General Education courses. The General Education Program provides a foundation for deeper study in a wide range of academic disciplines, enabling students to develop the skills and habits of mind necessary for full participation in an increasingly complex world.

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Program/Learning Goals

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to demonstrate:

  • competency in general and advanced topics in biology
  • proficiency in methods of inquiry-based research
  • familiarity with a wide array of experimental tools and techniques
  • the ability to synthesize and critically analyze scientific information
  • quantitative, critical thinking and communication skills applicable to biology

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Minor in Biology

Declaring a minor allows you to explore other areas of interest and make interdisciplinary connections. Minor areas at RIC complement and reinforce all major areas of study. By declaring a minor, you can set yourself apart as a candidate for job, internship and volunteer opportunities. 

Biology Minor Course Requirements

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Department of Biology

A degree in biology can launch you into a wide range of careers, from the pharmaceutical industry to the medical field, from environmental science to biotechnology.

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Dr. Dana J. Kolibachuk

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