Goucher College 2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalogue 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
Goucher College 2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalogue PLEASE NOTE: This is an archived catalog. Programs are subject to change each academic year.

Biological Sciences Major


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The Biology major consists of at least 39 biology credits.

Advanced Coursework


Two courses (eight credits) with advanced labs are required with at least one course selected from each of Group I and Group II:

Additional Credits


Required supporting coursework: CHE 230 and MA 268 or MA 172 or DMC 106 or Advanced Placement Calculus (AB or BC) exam score of 4 or 5. (CHE 111 and CHE 151 are pre-requisites for CHE 230.)

*BIO 206, 208, 238, 279 cannot be used for the biological sciences major.

Note:


To count any course toward the major, students must receive a grade of at least a “C-“. Laboratory proficiency and writing proficiency in the major are required. Laboratory reports and papers in BIO 224  and BIO 240  are used to evaluate writing proficiency in the major. Laboratory proficiency is determined in BIO 224 .

Concentration in Dance Science


This concentration focuses on knowledge and technique in the new field of dance science. Study of the sciences is combined with technical and theoretical dance training to provide a basis for understanding problems in dance performance, nutrition, and care and prevention of injuries. With additional course work, this concentration provides preparation for graduate studies in physical therapy, sports medicine, dance medicine, and related fields. (See the director of premedical studies for specific requirements.) In addition to fulfilling all requirements for a major in the biological sciences, requirements for a concentration in dance science are:

Concentration in Secondary Education with Certification in Biological Sciences


Students planning to teach biology in secondary schools must major in biology and complete the required education courses. See the teaching certification requirements under Secondary Education Certification, Grades 7-12 .

Honors in the Major


Honors are decided by a vote of the biology program faculty just prior to Commencement. Students considered for Honors should achieve a grade point average of 3.5 or higher in all 200-, 300-, and 400-level courses that count toward the major. Students must complete a year-long, or summer plus semester-long, independent research project (BIO 490 ) with a grade of A- or better.

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