University of Florida College of Agricultural and Life Sciences 77 courses 120 total credits
This program provides a broad background in the biology of plants, from the molecular to the whole-plant level. Botany students study anatomy, biochemistry, ecology, genetics, physiology, taxonomy, and molecular biology of plants. This flexible major combines the faculty and resources of two UF colleges to prepare students for career success.
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Chemistry
Mathematics
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MAC 1147 or MAC 2311 | Algebra and Trigonometry or Analytic Geometry and Calculus 1 | 4 |
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| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| STA 2023 | Introduction to Statistics 1 | 3 |
| COP 2800 | Computer Programming Using JAVA | 3 |
| COP 3275 | Computer Programming Using C | 3 |
| BSC 2891 | Python Programming for Biology | 3 |
Physics
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHY 2004 | Applied Physics 1 | 4 |
| PHY 2004L | Laboratory for Physics 2004 | 1 |
Required Courses for the General Botany Specialization
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| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PCB 4043C | General Ecology | 4 |
| PCB 3601C | Plant Ecology | 3 |
| BOT 3151C | Local Flora of North Florida | 3 |
| BSC 3307C | Climate Change Biology | 4 |
Cells and Tissues
Also required: BOT 4935/5225C (4 credits).
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PCB 3023 | Essential Cell Biology | 3 |
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Also required: Select two from any of the above courses or other approved electives (4-8 credits).
Required Courses
Also required: BOT 4935/ (3 credits).
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