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Biological Sciences Degree

Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences

Offered on campus

Small Class Sizes, Individualized Attention from Faculty

Point Park University's biological sciences degree program entails a rigorous course of study. Students have the opportunity to concentrate in one of four areas:

  • Bioinformatics
  • Environmental Science
  • Molecular/Cellular
  • Organismal

This flexibility allows you to explore the breadth of the biological sciences while pursuing a focused specialty. You receive a high-quality educational experience with opportunities for research and internships.

After successfully completing our Bachelor of Science in biology program, you can pursue advanced degrees in environmental or life science, or develop a meaningful career in biological or environmental sciences.

Courses & Topics

You will receive a well-rounded education through our core curriculum and biology major classes. Some of the courses in our Bachelor of Science in biological sciences program include:

  • Biochemistry
  • Botany
  • Bioinformatics
  • Biological Evolution
  • Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
  • Ecology
  • Human Genetics
  • Microbiology
  • Molecular/Cellular Biology

Meet Our Faculty

Laura Frost, Ph.D.

In Laura Frost's laboratory courses, she incorporates inquiry-based practices in which students learn the process of literature review, experimental design, data collection and presentation of results.

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Diane Krill, Ph.D.

Prior to joining Point Park University, Diane Krill was a research assistant professor in the Department of Pathology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.

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Kristy Long, M.S.

Kristy Long's chemistry classes at Point Park center on topics, such as safety, measurement, density, chemical reactions, titrations, oxidation-reduction, gases and equilibrium.

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Connor T. Murphy, Ph.D.

Murphy’s background is in biology and chemistry, specifically DNA chemistry. He earned his B.S. from Dickinson College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, and his Ph.D. from Carnegie Mellon University in the lab of Bruce Armitage.

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Hannah Dollish, Ph.D.

Hannah Dollish has focused her research interests on understanding the cellular, molecular and genetic mechanisms behind circadian and seasonal phase shifting in mammals and humans. She is also interested in the use of flavonoids and other chronobiotics to treat circadian disorders.

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Brandon Dimick, lab associate

"I want to instill in my students an interest in the natural world and the sciences in general. I want them to be curious about the world and ask questions about what they observe."

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Biology Internships

Students in our biological sciences program have the opportunity to intern at a variety of places such as:

  • Allegheny Health Network
  • Pittsburgh Tissue Engineering, Inc.
  • University of Pittsburgh Department of Pharmacology
  • University of Pittsburgh Center for Vaccine Research
  • National Aviary

Career Options

With a Bachelor of Science degree in biology, you will have the option to pursue graduate school and/or various career opportunities in areas such as:

  • Drug Discovery
  • Medicine
  • Public Health
  • Environmental Science
  • Health Policy and Administration
  • Education
  • Biostatistics
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201 Wood Street Pittsburgh, PA 15222-1984
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