What will I learn?
Very little in this world exists in a vacuum. In the Integrative Biology Department at the University of Colorado Denver, we acknowledge, explore, and celebrate the interdependence of biological systems on each other and the world around them. This means you, as a student, get a fuller, more comprehensive understanding of Biology as a discipline. Just as our department respects Biology as a part of a broader system, we consider ourselves a part of a greater network. Our interdisciplinary roots with other departments grant you a wide array of choice in expanding your skills and experiences as you earn your degree. Integrative Biology demonstrates the interconnectedness of biological systems with their surroundings. With integrative biology, you won’t just be learning about, for example, DNA as it simply exists, but also what role it plays in humans' biological systems and in the wider world. As one of our students, you gain a whole department of faculty that cares about you and your success. We’ve worked hard to remove barriers for our students and intend to continue progressing to this end, offering flexibility and tailoring our program to you.Internships offer opportunities to obtain hands-on experience and link coursework studies with the world of work. Whether preparing for a job search or applying to a professional school after graduation, internships offer a means to increase marketability. They can increase clinical experience hours, enhance a resume, and add substance to future interviews or applications. Students who are interested may earn up to three credits per semester, (up to six credits total) of upper division credit by enrolling in BIOL 3939 Internship or Independent Study or Directed Study credits.The Microbiology Track studies organisms that, for the most part, are not easily visible with the naked eye, including algae, archaea, bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and viruses. Microbes are notorious for causing disease, but microbes also play critical roles in maintaining human health and supporting life on Earth. In the Microbiology track, you will explore microbes in the context of medicine, molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, immunology, biotechnology, ecology, and evolution. The Microbiology track prepares students for careers in many fields including medicine, agriculture, public health, government, environmental science, basic research, education, industrial microbiology, food microbiology, and pharmaceuticals.
