Welcome to the Department of Biology
The Biology Department at John Brown University offers a Bachelor of Science in Biology, with three options of programs of study:
- Pre-Professional Studies: prepares students to apply to graduate or professional schools in the areas of medicine, dentistry, optometry, veterinary medicine, etc.
- Allied Heath: designed for students who desire to pursue further training in fields such as nursing, physician’s assistant, physical therapy, occupational therapy, etc.
- Field Biology/Naturalist Studies: prepares students interested in studying living things in their natural environment for such careers as zoo keeping, wildlife management environmental education, etc.
Opportunities
Students in the Biology department will be given a thorough education in foundational biological principals, in addition to being exposed to the most recent developments in the field of biology. Opportunities to gain practical experience are available through class time spent in the labs, equipped with state of the art equipment, including a cadaver lab for pre-health professional students. Students can also be involved in research projects with biology faculty or participate in off-campus study programs.
Careers
John Brown University’s Biology department has experienced great success in assisting students in gaining acceptance into graduate and professional schools. Graduates of the Biology Department can be found in a variety of careers including:
- Physicians
- Orthodontists
- Veterinarians
- Physicians Assistants
- Nursing
- Physical Therapy
- Medical Technology
- College Professors
- High School Teachers
- Missionaries
- Naturalists
- Community Development
Philosophy
The Biology Department at John Brown University emphasizes the integration of faith and science. Scientific facts and theories of life processes are explored while emphasizing the harmony of such theories with a biblically-based worldview.