Dec 22, 2024  
2012-2013 Catalog 
    
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Microbiology (BS)


Microbiology Major


  • Program Prerequisite: Not required.
  • Minor: Not required.
  • Grade Requirements: An overall GPA of 2.00 or higher in microbiology courses required for this major in addition to an overall GPA of 2.00 or higher.
  • Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 120 credit hours is required for graduation; a minimum of 71 of these is required within the major. A total of 40 upper division credit hours is required (courses numbered 3000 and above).

Advisement

All Microbiology students are encouraged to meet with a faculty advisor at least annually for course and program advisement. Call 801-626-6949 for more information or to schedule an appointment.  (Also refer to the Department Advisor Referral List.)

Admissions Requirements

Declare your program of study (see Enrollment Services and Information ). No special admission or application requirements are needed for this program.

General Education

Refer to Degree and General Education Requirements  for Bachelor of Science requirements. The following courses required for the Microbiology major also will satisfy general education requirements:MICR 2054 , CHEM 1210 , PHYS 1010  or PHYS 2010 .

Major Course Requirements for BS Degree


Microbiology Elective Courses (20 credit hours)


Microbiology Special Emphases


Microbiology majors pursuing careers in Biotechnology, Industrial Microbiology, Public Health, Pre-Medical, Pre-Dental or Pre-Physician Assistant should consult appropriate advisors and complete the courses for one of the following emphasis areas: Biotechnology or Industrial Microbiology Emphasis, Microbiology (BS) , Public Health Emphasis, Microbiology (BS) , Pre-Medical, Pre-Dental, and Pre-Physician Assistant Emphasis, Microbiology .

Students planning to attend graduate school should take the following