General Science

Major Advisor: Professor Christopher P. Dewey
Office: 210 Hilbun Hall

For various reasons, a student may not require the intensive preparation that is typical of a professional curriculum. The general science curriculum is tailored for his/her needs. Flexibility is the key characteristic of the curriculum. The general science program is designed to give students a broad general education and at the same time teach them the fundamentals of science. By judiciously choosing his/her course of study, a student may use the general science curriculum in many ways. For example, by concentrating on biological science or chemistry the student may prepare for medical or dental school, and with appropriate choice of electives preparation for clinical and other laboratory positions in such fields as public health and marine biology is possible.

If the student is interested in interdisciplinary studies related to environmental science, the general science curriculum is suitable. Any one of the physical or biological sciences may be emphasized. The curriculum, however, involves courses from several sciences, and from other fields concerned with the environment. Persons trained in this option should be in demand in the health industry, science laboratories, federal, state, and local governmental agencies, and in industries involved with earth resources.

Successful completion of the University and curriculum requirements will result in the awarding of a B.S. degree in General Science.

The following requirements apply to all general science students:

1. The B.S. Common Curriculum must be satisfied.
2. A minimum of 60 credit hours in science, of which at least 30 must be in one science, is required.
3. Electives must be approved by the faculty advisor.
4. A total of 124 credit hours is required.

General Education and College Requirements