BS Plant and Microbial Biology at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

The plant and microbial biology (PMB) major trains students in all aspects of biology as they pertain to plants and microorganisms. Students have the flexibility to focus their studies on plants, microorganisms, or the interactions between the two, such as symbiotic interactions or pathogenic interactions. All PMB majors are guaranteed experience in a research laboratory, as long as they show satisfactory progress toward their degree and make arrangements by the middle of their junior year.

Faculty: College of Biological Sciences  |  Duration: 4 years / 120 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

What you will study

Required components: Foundational Courses, Content Areas, Plant and Microbial Biology Major-Specific Courses, Upper Division Writing Intensive within the Major. All degree-seeking students must complete the University’s Liberal Education requirements . At least 18 upper division credits in the major must be taken at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus.

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