Programs of Study The undergraduate biology curriculum contains a nucleus of basic courses that present the unifying principles of the biological sciences and a selection of advanced courses in specialty areas. The B.S. in Biological Sciences requires advanced coursework in the four major subdivisions of biology: (1) Molecules, Cells, Genes, and Development, (2) Anatomy and Physiology, (3) Organisms, and (4) Ecology and Evolution. The B.S. in Medical Technology requires advanced coursework in the Laboratory Analysis of blood, fluids, cells, tissues, and microorganisms. The B.S. in Microbiology requires advanced coursework in basic and applied Microbiology. We also have pre-professional options for students interested in the health sciences. For more information about the Undergraduate program, please write to: Department of Biological Sciences P. O. Drawer GY Mississippi State, MS 39762 Graduate programs leading to the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees are offered in the Biological Sciences. Major areas of emphasis include Botany, Cell Biology, Development, Ecology, Evolution, Immunology, Microbiology, Physiology, Virology, and Zoology. Graduate study often involves interactions with other units such as the College of Veterinary Medicine , Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and Wildlife and Fisheries. Graduate applications can be completed online.
Department of Biological Sciences, Mississippi State University, 130 Harned Hall, Lee Blvd., Mississippi State, MS 39762