2025-2026 General Catalog
Source: https://catalog.ucdavis.edu/departments-programs-degrees/biological-sciences/biological-sciences-ab/ Parent: https://catalog.ucdavis.edu/departments-programs-degrees/#programsanddegreestext
Departments of Evolution & Ecology; Microbiology & Molecular Genetics; Molecular & Cellular Biology; Neurobiology, Physiology, & Behavior; and Plant Biology
The Program
The Biological Sciences major is broad in concept, spanning the numerous core disciplines of biology. The Bachelor of Arts (A.B.) program includes preparatory work in mathematics, general and organic chemistry, physics, and introductory level biology, as well as upper division core classes emphasizing the breadth of biological sciences. Students in the Bachelor of Arts (A.B.) program can pursue upper division coursework outside of the biological sciences. Research and internships are encouraged.
Career Alternatives
The degree program prepares students for admission to graduate schools or professional schools, leading to either a variety of professional health careers or further study in basic and applied areas of biology. The program provides suitable preparation for careers in teaching, biological and biotechnological research with various governmental agencies or private companies, government regulatory agencies, environmental consulting, biological illustration and writing, pharmaceutical sales and biological/environmental law.
Faculty Advisor
Lesilee Rose, Ph.D.
Advising
Biology Academic Success Center (BASC) in 1023 Katherine Esau Science Hall (formerly Sciences Laboratory Building); 530-752-0410.
Teaching Credential Subject Representative
Associate Director of Teacher Education (School of Education); see the Teaching Credential/M.A. Program.
Bodega Marine Laboratory Program
Students interested in Marine Biology should visit Marine & Coastal Science Major & Bodega Marine Laboratory.
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