Zoology, B.A., B.S. - Bachelor of Arts

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Explore Diverse Fields of Natural Science

The Zoology major (B.A. and B.S.) at Miami University allows you to tailor your degree to your specific interests within animal biology and the biological sciences. Students can focus their studies in areas such as health sciences, cell and molecular biology, ecology, environmental studies, evolution, and systematics. This flexible program provides a strong foundation in organismal biology while allowing specialization that supports careers in medicine, veterinary science, wildlife biology, environmental science, research, and conservation.

Faculty mentors guide students toward meaningful undergraduate research opportunities in state-of-the-art laboratories and field settings, helping them gain hands-on experience in experimental design, data analysis, and scientific communication. Students are encouraged to present and publish their research in peer-reviewed scientific journals and to complete professional internships that provide real-world experience and career preparation in healthcare, environmental agencies, research institutions, and nonprofit organizations.

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Curriculum and Courses

It is important that you obtain a solid foundation, not only in the basic core of zoology courses, but also in basic chemistry, physics, and mathematics in your study of zoology. This foundation will enable you to pursue a range of different career opportunities later.

You can pursue a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Zoology. The requirements for these two degrees are generally similar, but a B.S. may require more coursework in the physical sciences and the selection of a specialization.

BIO/MBI 115 Biological Concepts: Ecology, Evolution, Genetics, and Diversity
CHM 141 College Chemistry
MBI 121 The Microbial World and Experimenting with Microbes
MBI 365 Molecular and Cell Biology

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B.S. full course list

Zoology, B.A./B.S. Learning Outcomes

Locate and cite biology source materials using discipline-specific databases
Articulate questions and hypotheses that drive research in the field of biology
Synthesize, evaluate and accurately summarize information from multiple sources
Integrate core concepts and principles from the biological sciences
Recognize areas requiring further research
Comprehend the broader implications of biological research for health
Effectively communicate scientific information to both non-specialist (popular) and specialist (technical)

K0220 Ecology REU students with Michelle Boone lab- Shaker Trace Wetlands

Ty conducts research on macroinvertebrates in 21 different wetland systems around southwest Ohio, looking for clues about why a certain pathogen is causing a significant number of amphibian declines and extinctions.

Ty Cooley ’22

Zoology

I knew for a while that I wanted to study Zoology, but I added the Environmental Science co-major when I met other Zoology majors and realized how much crossover there was and how applicable Environmental Science is to my field. Then, I added the Anthropology minor after meeting some majors and taking an Anthropology class that I loved.

Annabelle Jokisch ’26

Zoology Major; Environmental Science Co-Major

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