专业描述

Studying biology in the nation's capital, you have the opportunity to see "science in action" in this virtual "hot zone" of biological and biotechnological research. As a biology major at Catholic University, you have the chance to witness and even participate in cutting edge research by leaders at the university level and at leading biotechnology firms, hospitals and government institutions. Students in CUA's Department of Biology have the advantage of studying in a rigorous program in the sciences as well as the liberal arts with many opportunities to gain research experience, interact with faculty individually, and take advantage of personalized advising. The Department of Biology offers a Bachelor of Science, a Bachelor of Arts, and a Bachelor of Science in medical technology (offered in cooperation with Washington Hospital Center). A major in biochemistry is also offered jointly with the Department of Chemistry. A minor in biology is available, as well as a bachelor's/master program. Nearly all undergraduates choose to pursue either the Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in biology. Our students gain an excellent foundation in the basic sciences, allowing for specialization at the graduate level.