This major is designed to prepare graduates who can work as professional biologists, either individually or as members of a team.
Biology is the scientific study of all living organisms, including human beings.
It includes botany, zoology, microbiology, marine science, biochemistry and ecology. It is increasingly important for modern biologists to have a thorough knowledge of the basic concepts of biology, together with a scientific approach to problem solving, experimental design and the interpretation of results. This major helps develop these skills with a combination of theoretical and practical work, including applied problems, small research projects and teamwork. Biologists are employed in fields such as medicine, public health, universities, national parks, agriculture, conservation and environmental management. Students must undertake a co-major in a different discipline area to their major.