BACHELOR OF SCIENCE | BIOLOGY
Overview | Biology
If you are interested in biology and are seeking a flexible preparation for further work in other science professions or in research, the general track of Maranatha’s Biology major is your best choice.
This program provides ample opportunities to study plants and animals, classify various forms of organisms, make observations, analyze evidence, and solve problems in a quest to increase your understanding of the world God created.
Program Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate the ability to comprehensively explain concepts and issues in biology.
- Students will demonstrate the ability to design experiments to test original hypotheses using appropriate laboratory or field procedures.
- Students will demonstrate the ability to apply science and mathematics in the analysis and interpretation of data from lab experiments.
- Students will demonstrate the ability to present scientific research and critical analysis in oral presentations and technical writing.
- Students will demonstrate the ability to use scientific knowledge to declare the glory of the Creator as revealed in the Bible and His creation.
- Students will demonstrate the ability to function as a servant leader in a team environment.
Suggested Course Schedule
Semester 1
General Biology 1 (4)
General Chemistry 1 (4)
Old Testament Survey (3)
English Composition 1 (3)
Music Elective (2)
Total Credits: 16
Semester 2
General Biology 2 (4)
General Chemistry 2 (4)
New Testament Survey (3)
English Composition 2 (3)
The Modern World (3)
Total Credits: 17
Semester 1
General Science Elective (4)
Christian Life, Leadership, and Evangelism (3)
Probability and Statistics (3)
Humanities Elective (3)
Literature Elective (3)
Total Credits: 16
Semester 2
Microbiology (4)
General Science Elective (4)
Calculus 1 (5)
Baptist Heritage (3)
Total Credits: 16
Semester 1
Biochemistry 1 (4)
Organic Chemistry 1 (4)
Bible Doctrine 1 or 2 (3)
Technical Writing (3)
Total Credits: 14
Semester 2
Biochemistry 2 (4)
General Science Elective (4)
Bible Doctrine 1 or 2 (3)
Fundamentals of Public Speaking (2)
American Studies Elective (3)
Total Credits: 16
Semester 1
Cell and Molecular Biology 1 (3)
Genetics (3)
Modern Creationary Thought (3)
Humanities Elective (3)
Open Elective (3)
Total Credits: 15
Semester 2
Cell and Molecular Biology 2 (3)
General Science Elective (4)
Apologetics (2)
Bible Elective (3)
Open Elective (6)
Total Credits: 18
Alumni Spotlight
Related Majors
Biochemistry
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Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Physician Assistant
Related Minors
Biology
Mathematics
Potential Career Fields
Biochemist
Ecologist
Physiologist
Marine biologist
Zoo biologist
*Some careers and employment positions require graduate degrees, specialized training, or addtional certification and licenses.
MBU Program Faculty
Mr. Tim Meier
College of Arts and Science | Associate Professor
Credentials:
MA Molecular Genetics, Washington University
MS Microbiology, Clemson University
BS Premed, Bob Jones University
Dr. Lane Hansel
College of Arts and Science | Chair
Credentials:
EdD, Educational Leadership, Bob Jones University
MS, Microbiology, Clemson University
MS, Biological Sciences, Clemson University (in progress)
MS, Counseling, Bob Jones University
BS, Biology, Bob Jones University