Course variations

Course summary

Students may select study from a variety of emphasis areas. Aside from these program areas, they can graduate under the general biology curriculum and custom select courses to meet their interests. The choices can lead to a variety of possible biology careers or graduate training based on their interests. Within the Biology Major, there are nine emphases to choose from. The Plant Physiology/Plant Molecular Biology emphasis will prepare the students for careers in industry or for graduate research. Career opportunities include plant physiologist, government researcher (i.e., us department of agriculture), government research program director (i.e., us department of agriculture), field station operations leader, post doctoral researcher.

Entry requirement for international students

Applicants must submit complete official academic records in native language and official English translation of academic records (if native language is not English) including grades earned in each subject. A minimum CGPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent in high school. Applicants with a TOEFL score of at least 520 (paper) or 190 (computer) or 68 (internet) may be admitted to regular academic full-time courses. Some area of study may require a higher TOEFL score. Applicants with less than 520/190/68 must enroll in the Intensive English Program (Academic Preparation Course) full time. The successful completion of the highest-level course of the Intensive English Program equals a 550 TOEFL and can be substituted for the TOEFL requirement. TOEFL exemptions: Applicants who can verify English was the language of instruction are exempt from the TOEFL requirement. Applicants must provide an original statement by a school official from which the student graduated. Institutional TOEFL scores are not accepted. IELTS score - Overall band of 5.5.

Qualification

Bachelor degree

Awarding body

Pittsburg State University

Department name

College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Biology