Arizona State University New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences 8 courses 19 total credits
The biology minor program provides you with a strong foundation in the life sciences, complementing a wide variety of majors. Coursework emphasizes the study of living systems at multiple levels, from molecular and cellular processes to ecological and environmental dynamics. The program enhances your critical thinking, problem-solving and scientific reasoning skills while highlighting the relevance of biology to contemporary issues such as health, sustainability and conservation. When paired with majors outside the sciences, the biology minor creates valuable interdisciplinary pathways. For example, if you are majoring in political science, you may use the combination to prepare for careers in environmental law, while if you are in psychology, you may apply your biological training to studies in neuroscience or health care. This minor is a versatile addition to many academic programs, enriching both your professional preparation and intellectual exploration.
| Total Credits | 19 credits |
Program Requirements
The minor in biology consists of 19 credit hours of coursework, of which 11 hours must be upper division. A minimum of six upper-division credit hours must be earned through courses offered by the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences. Credit hours may not be shared between major and minor requirements. All courses used to satisfy requirements for the minor must be completed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a 4.00 scale) or better.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 182 | General Biology II | 4 |
| CHM 116 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| Total Program Requirements | 8 credits | |
Program Requirements - Upper Division Ecology, Cell Biology or Genetics Requirement:
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| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 320 | Fundamentals of Ecology | 3 |
| LSC 322 | Fundamentals of Ecology Laboratory | 1 |
| BIO 353 | Cell Biology | 3 |
| BIO 354 | Cell Biology Laboratory | 1 |
| LSC 347 | Fundamentals of Genetics | 3 |
| LSC 348 | Fundamentals of Genetics Laboratory | 1 |
| Total | 4 credits | |
Program Requirements
Upper Division Biology Electives Upper Division BCH Elective Upper Division BIO Elective Upper Division ENV Elective Upper Division FOR Elective Upper Division LSC Elective Upper Division MIC Elective Upper Division PLB Elective Upper Division PTX Elective Courses must have BIO 182 as a prerequisite in order to count toward the Upper Division Biology Electives requirement. Special topics courses (394/494) may be applicable with prior approval. Up to three credit hours of experiential learning (388, 484, 486, 492, 493, 495, 499) may be applied toward this requirement. Seek academic advising prior to enrollment. 7 credit hours Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this minor.
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