What Can I do With a Major

Major: Biology

Description of Major:

Biology is the study of organisms on a cellular and molecular level, the genetics and development of organism, the function processes of living things, and the interrelationships of organisms within their environment. Students in this major learn a variety of biological sciences and do considerable laboratory work. Students also acquire skills in scientific thinking and insight into the biological world. This major can lead to many different possibilities in terms of occupations. Some go on to professional schools such as medical school or veterinary school. Others enter graduate school and research. Some characteristics of biology students are problems solving skills, communication skills, independent workers, and curiosity.

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Related Career Titles:

Marine Biologist
Zoologist
Veterinarian
Physician
Wildlife Biologist
Science Technician
Geneticist
Botanist 

Employment Areas:
Healthcare
Business
Federal, state, and local governments
Research and testing laboratories
Hospitals
Educational institutions
Pharmaceutical and biotechnology establishments
Chemical, food, fiber, and agricultural services and industries  

Related Links:
Biological Sciences at the University of Missouri
www.biology.missouri.edu

Biology Jobs.com
www.biologyjobs.com

Association of American Medical Colleges
www.aamc.org

America’s Healthcare Source
www.healthcaresource.com

American Veterinary Medicine Medical Association
www.avma.org