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BIOLOGY STUDIES CAN BUILD A MEANINGFUL LIFE & CAREER

The Department of Biological Sciences offers majors for students who are passionate about the science of living organisms including biology, environmental science, neuroscience, and pre-professional programs such as pre-medicine and pre-pharmacy. Students will have the opportunity to participate in undergraduate research, take interdisciplinary courses, gain valuable hands-on experience through internships, community engagement, and project-based courses, and receive tailored mentoring as you plan your future career.

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Our programs are ideally suited to those who aspire to:

  • Experience hands-on learning in state-of-the art science and health facilities as well as the NKU Research and Education Field Station
  • Work in numerous research labs and at field sites supported with funding from places such as the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health
  • Embark on internships, study abroad, and research opportunities that influence future career paths
  • Pursue further professional and/or graduate education

 

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Paid undergraduate research positions provide valuable experience and the opportunity to contribute to ongoing biology research supported by the NSF and NIH.

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Whatever your interest, we’ve got a group for you.

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Guidance in skill and resume building, working through application processes, and knowledge of our early assurance programs with various professional schools

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The Biological Sciences Cellular, Molecular and Genetics track at Northern Kentucky University is accredited by the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB).

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