Biology is the study of living organisms in both laboratory and field conditions. It concerns itself with questions of understanding the living world, its complex interrelationships, and the role of human beings within it.
The associate of science in biological sciences program at UNH Manchester is designed to serve either as a terminal degree or as a springboard for students interested in the life sciences, which include majors in biology, biotechnology, microbiology, zoology, plant biology, wildlife management, environmental conservation, biochemistry, and animal sciences. Employment opportunities in the public and private sectors include education; food, water, wastewater and other industrial laboratories; clinical laboratories; biotechnology; environmental research and monitoring; and health careers.
A student successfully completing the Biological Sciences program will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of basic biological principles, concepts, and theories.
- Demonstrate the ability to evaluate, apply, and synthesize biological information and ideas.
- Be competent in basic biology and chemistry laboratory skills and with the use of common laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate technical information related to biological sciences related topics in scientific writing and oral presentations.
- Understand, analyze, and evaluate primary research literature involving biological sciences related topics.
- Understand and apply the process of the scientific method, including being able to formulate hypotheses, design and conduct experiments with adequate controls to test hypotheses, interpret and evaluate data, and draw conclusions.
- Gather, analyze, organize, evaluate, and present scientific data, including the use of technology to solve problems and communicate information.
- Demonstrate the ability to function as a member of a team.
- Compete effectively for entry-level employment and for admission to baccalaureate schools in their chosen area and be successful in these endeavors.
