Biology

Area of Study
The Biology Area of Study provides a strong foundation of quality science education for students interested in a career in the broad area of the life sciences. Students will explore the study of living things, the process of life, and the importance of science education in our everyday world. We promote lifelong learning through small class sizes, innovative faculty, and hands-on instruction.

Overview

The Biology Area of Study provides a strong foundation of quality science education for students interested in a career in the broad area of the life sciences. Students will explore the study of living things, the process of life, and the importance of science education in our everyday world. We promote lifelong learning through small class sizes, innovative faculty, and hands-on instruction. The quality education you receive will build a strong foundation serving you in your future pursuits.

Students pursuing an Associate of Arts Degree in our Biology area of study will take courses exploring biology from the molecular level to the ecosystem that will prepare them for upper-level coursework upon transfer to a bachelor’s program. The biology area of study includes majors and nonmajors biology, microbiology, anatomy and physiology, environmental science, zoology, and special topics in biology.

Quick Facts

Program Name
Biology
Degree / Certificates
  • Associate of Arts
Locations
  • Jackson
  • Rankin
  • Raymond
  • Utica
  • Vicksburg
  • Online
Delivery Mode
  • Face-to-Face
*Select courses required for this program are available online.

Sample Curriculum

Course Hours
Orientation 2
English Composition I 3
General Chemistry I, Lecture & Lab 4
General Biology I, Lecture & Lab 4
Art Appreciation 3
Total Hours 16
Course Hours
English Composition II 3
General Chemistry II, Lecture & Lab 4
General Biology II, Lecture & Lab 4
Introduction to Sociology 3
College Algebra 3
Total Hours 17
Course Hours
Public Speaking I 4
Western Civilization I 3
Trigonometry 3
Organic Chemistry I, Lecture & Lab 4
General Physics I, Lecture & Lab 4
Total Hours 17
Course Hours
American Literature I 3
Calculus I 3
General Psychology 3
General Physics II, Lecture & Lab 4
Organic Chemistry II, Lecture & Lab 4
Total Hours 17

The degree plan provides the courses recommended for students seeking to transfer in this area of study. Students should consult the Mississippi Articulation Agreement for specific course requirements at specific Mississippi universities. Students can also use MATT (MS Articulation & Transfer Tool).

Contact

Stephanie Burks
Biological Sciences Curriculum Coordinator
601-885-7101
Jackson
Phatia McClellan, Ph.D.
Department Chair
601-987-8174
Raymond
Amanda Mitchell
Department Chair
601-857-3526
Utica
Noel Gardner, Ph.D.
Department Chair
601-885-7061
Vicksburg
Sean Cook
Lead Instructor
601-629-6852
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