BS Molecular Environmental Biology at University of California, Berkeley

The Molecular Environmental Biology (MEB) major is designed to expose students to the organization and function of biological organisms. Molecular approaches are expected to play an increasing role in environmental problem-solving in the near future, and their success will depend upon a sound understanding of biological principles from molecular through ecological levels. The program trains students in the organization and function of biological organisms and their integration into the environment.

Faculty: Rausser College of Natural Resources  |  Department: Environmental Science, Policy, and Management  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Berkeley, CA, United States

What you will study

Major requirements are organised as: Lower Division Requirements (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Environmental Science Core, Social Science Core, Breadth); Lower Division Mathematics (Quantitative: Part 1, Quantitative: Part 2); Upper Division Biological Science Core (Area A, Area B); Upper Division Laboratory (Options, Independent Study and Research (Option 1), Laboratory (Option 1), Laboratory (Option 2)); Concentrations (Area of Concentration, Animal Health and Behavior, Biodiversity, Ecology, Environment and Human Health, Global Change Biology). 1 course that satisfies the Arts & Literature, Historical Studies, or Philosophy & Values breadth requirement 1 course that satisfies the Social & Behavioral Science or International Studies breadth requirement

Career pathways

Graduates enter career areas including Environment, Government, Nonprofit & Community Development, Arts & Entertainment, Sciences - Biological & Physical.

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