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B.A. in Biological Sciences Clemson University, USA

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$ 24,130 (US$ 24,130) a year

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Course summary

The Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences provides a strong foundation in biology and is ideal for students desiring a liberal education emphasizing an interdisciplinary approach to a thorough understanding of the life sciences.

Program modules

Students will have their courses in BIOL 110 and 111 are strongly recommended. However, BIOL 103/105 may substitute for BIOL 110 and BIOL 104/106 may substitute for BIOL 111; the remaining 1-2 credits required must be satisfied by completing 1-2 extra credits from departmental course offerings at the 300 level or above. Most medical and dental schools require CH 228. CH 223, 227 and 224 may be substituted for CH 201. Most medical and dental schools require two semesters of organic chemistry with laboratory. Students may choose to take physics with calculus, PHYS 122, 124 and PHYS 221, 223. Four semesters (through 202) in the same modern foreign language are required. Select one lecture/lab combination. Select one lecture course. The remaining courses may be selected from MICRO 305, or any BIOSC or BOT courses at the 300 level or higher. Minors as listed under Degree Programs and Minors on page 36 in the Undergraduate Announcements. Typically Non-Literature Humanities and Social Sciences courses are used to satisfy the Cross-Cultural Awareness and Science and Technology in Society requirements.

Entry requirement for international students

Students must have Graduation from a commissioned high school or comparable out-of-state institution. Higher Secondary School Certificate or Indian School Certificate Examination. Students must have the recommended high school curriculum English four credits, Mathematics three credits, Laboratory Science three credits, Foreign Language three credits, Social Sciences three credits, other two credits, and Physical Education/ROTC one credit. A TOEFL score of 550 on the paper version, 213 on the computer version or 79-80 on the Internet-based version is generally required. The TOEFL may be waived for transfer students who have earned a grade of C or better in English Composition I and II from an accredited U.S. college or university. The test may also be waived for students from countries where English is the primary language or one of the official languages. Students must have the SAT and ACT scores for the admissions.

Clemson University accepts IELTS*

* Please check with your chosen school for the exact entry requirements for your programme.

Qualification

Bachelor degree

Awarding body

Clemson University

Department name

College of Agriculture Forestry and Life Sciences, Department of Biological Sciences

Venue / office name

College of Agriculture Forestry and Life Sciences, Department of Biological Sciences

Address

132 Long Hall
Clemson University
CLEMSON
South Carolina
29634

Venue description

The Department of Biological Sciences is located in Long and Jordan Halls. The major items of equipment belonging to the Department are available to all members of the Department. These equipment items include darkroom facilities, several low speed mid speed and ultra-centrifuges, a liquid scintillation counter, a thermo cycler for PCR, computer-controlled equipment such spectrophotometer and fluorimeter plate readers, a real-time PCR machine, and a Fotodyne Gel Documentation System with ethidium bromide, coomassie, green fluorescence and densitometry capabilities. The department also houses sterilization and glass-washing facilities, walk-in cold rooms and environmental chambers, and fluorescence microscopy facilities. Specialized fee-based campus facilities are also available to all departmental researchers. These include animal facilities, green house facilities confocal and electron microscopy facilities, a DNA sequencing facility, and genomics/proteomics capabilities. A detailed description of major resources is found below.

Telephone number

+1 864 656 2328

Is accommodation available at this venue?

Yes

Accommodation details

Surrounded by the Walker Golf Course, the James F. Martin Inn is connected to the Madren Conference Center. The 89 room four-story hotel overlooks lake Hartwell and features 27 luxurious suites and 62 spacious guest rooms, a hospitality suite, bridal suite and fitness room. Guests may also enjoy wireless and high speed Internet access, an outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts, on-site restaurant and lounge and complimentary continental breakfast. The Martin Inn also offers two deluxe suites perfect for small receptions, meetings, and other special events. The Hospitality Suite is located on the fourth floor and offers a panoramic view of Lake Hartwell. The Martin Suite, also known as our Bridal Suite, has grand living quarters as well as a separate sleeping room. This suite includes a dressing parlor and a whirlpool tub. Our rooms and suites complement the inn’s magnificent setting. Business and leisure travelers alike appreciate how our corporate atmosphere blends with upscale services, amenities and technology.

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