Human Biology B.S.

1. Demonstrate proficiency in general biology concepts and theories.

2. Analyze and evaluate scientific information.

3. Articulate issues relating to biology and society within the Christ-centered word view.

Core Curriculum Requirements 140
Biology Major Requirements63-64
General Electives17-16
Total Units120

Human Biology Major

BIOL-111
111L
Principles of Cell and Molecular Biology
and Principles of Cell/Molecular Biology Lab
4
BIOL-204C
204CL
Human Anatomy
and Human Anatomy Laboratory
4
BIOL-209
209L
Principles of Microbiology
and Principles of Microbiology Lab
4
BIOL-304
304L
Human Physiology
and Human Physiology Lab
4
BIOL-310Human Genetics3
BIOL-335Biology of Cancer3
BIOL-342Human Ecology3
BIOL-402Human Histology3
BIOL-452Human Biology Internship1-2
BIOL-499CCapstone Seminar in Biology2
CHEM-100C
100CL
Integrated Chemistry
and Integrated Chemistry Laboratory
5
MATH-270CHealth Professions Statistical Methods3
PSYC-103CIntroduction to Psychology3
Choose 21 units from the following, in consultation with your Student Success Coordinator and faculty, to align with career goals:21
Principles of Organismal Biology
Cell Biology
and Cell Biology Lab
Spanish Medical Terminology
Neuropharmacology
Neuroscience
and Neuroscience Lab
Immunology
and Immunology Lab
Principles of Conservation Biology
Introduction to Biotechnology
and Introduction to Biotechnology Laboratory
General Chemistry I
and General Chemistry I Lab
General Chemistry II
and General Chemistry II Lab
Biochemistry
and Experimental Tech/Biochemistry
General Physics I
and General Physics I Lab
General Physics II
and General Physics II Lab
Calculus 1
Nutritional Psychology
Public Health
Total Units63-64
1

The following courses are recommended, but not required:  SOC-316 Health Education for Flourishing, PSYC-308 Mental Health in Latino Communities, and PSYC-312 Death, Grief, and Loss .

Disclaimer: This sample Four Year Plan is provided as a guide for the recommended sequencing of courses. Vanguard University requires that students complete a minimum of 120 units of required course work as outlined on the Requirements tab in order to receive a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science, or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. It is the student's responsibility to confirm with the department the course rotation before enrolling in courses. If applicable, please note the footnotes at the bottom of the page for additional information related to courses listed in a particular year and term. Questions, contact the Department of Biology.

Study Abroad Participation: Students interested in participating in the university's Study Abroad programs are encouraged to reach out to the Global Education and Outreach Office for more information and collaboration in their academic course planning. Students using Education and Training Benefits through the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs are encouraged to also reach out to the School Certifying Official for more information regarding how benefits can be applied.