Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

At SIUE, our diverse programs of study include specializations that allow students the opportunity to pursue any areas that are of interest to them. Students can customize their academic program in order to better prepare them for their chosen career. Learning takes place across campus: The campus is our classroom: 75-acre lake, 35-acre botanical garden, 380-acre nature preserve, and greenhouse and vivarium facilities. The Science West Building, a modern science education facility, is equipped with state-of-the-art technology in: Microscopy, Physiology, Histology, Cell biology, Microbiology, Genetics, Toxicology. Along with extensive botanical and zoological teaching collections. Extensive botanical and zoological teaching collections are also available within the department. Opportunities for plant and animal research are available in our greenhouse and vivarium facilities. The University supports student research through the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (URCA) program and faculty members provide extensive opportunities for collaborative research. Biological sciences students frequently present their research at national and regional scientific meetings.

College of Arts and Sciences