Associate to Bachelors Degree

Associate to Bachelors Degree in Biology

he Biology major at our School of Natural Sciences is designed for students with a passion for understanding life at all levels. Our program provides a solid foundation in biological concepts, from ce...

1 Year (Self-Paced) Program

Duration

14

Total Courses

84 Hours

Credit Hours

$24,000

Total Cost

Biology

Program Overview

he Biology major at our School of Natural Sciences is designed for students with a passion for understanding life at all levels. Our program provides a solid foundation in biological concepts, from cellular processes to ecosystem dynamics. With hands-on lab experiences and research projects, students are prepared for advanced studies or diverse careers in the sciences.

Key Highlights

Flexible Schedule

1 Year (Self-Paced) Program

Admission Criteria

High School Diploma, GED or equiv. International Education

Course Curriculum by Modules

Explore our comprehensive curriculum designed to provide you with industry-relevant skills and knowledge.

01

Module 1: Core Courses

8 courses in this module

NS-207
Introduction to Physics

This engaging course provides you a conceptual overview of basic, essential topics in physics, chemi...

Course Overview

This engaging course provides you a conceptual overview of basic, essential topics in physics, chemistry, earth science, Equilibrium and Linear Motion, Newton's Laws of Motion and astronomy with optional quantitative analyses.

NS-253
Human Anatomy

This course builds upon the clear and concise explanations of Human Anatomy. It helps you to underst...

Course Overview

This course builds upon the clear and concise explanations of Human Anatomy. It helps you to understand how anatomical structure relates to function of the Body.

NS-398
Introduction to Biology

With the amount of information in biology growing constantly, it is a challenge for you to develop a...

Course Overview

With the amount of information in biology growing constantly, it is a challenge for you to develop a sense of scientific literacy and to become educated consumers. This course helps you manage a wealth of scientific information in a manner that is both meaningful and long-lasting.

NS-538
Introduction to Biochemistry

This course focuses on the basic principles of biochemistry. It reflects upon the recent changes in...

Course Overview

This course focuses on the basic principles of biochemistry. It reflects upon the recent changes in this dynamic discipline of biochemistry and reflects how this field has helped the biochemists to improve the environment.

NS-559
Fundamentals of Ecology

This course explains the basic principles of ecology. The course contains current ecological topics;...

Course Overview

This course explains the basic principles of ecology. The course contains current ecological topics; and the current subfields of ecology; and new in-text features to encourage you to interpret the ecological data, research, and models used throughout the course.

NS-803
Introduction to Chemistry

This course gives you the background (and confidence) you need in chemistry. The course focuses on t...

Course Overview

This course gives you the background (and confidence) you need in chemistry. The course focuses on the most important topics, and teaches the problem-solving skills that you need.

NS-810
Basic Human Physiology

This course progresses from the important overview relationships of organ system physiology down to...

Course Overview

This course progresses from the important overview relationships of organ system physiology down to the tissue, cellular, and subcellular level. This course will teach you on how you can trace arteries, veins, and nerves through their courses and bifurcations.

NS-845
Basics of Environmental Science

This course reflects on the changing environmental scene worldwide, with a wide range of viewpoints...

Course Overview

This course reflects on the changing environmental scene worldwide, with a wide range of viewpoints and information from the latest sources. This course places new emphasis on issues such as emerging diseases like avian flu; the 4th World Water Forum; and the “gene revolution”.

02

Module 2: Specialized Courses

6 courses in this module

BIO-073
Microbiology

This course is an overview of microorganisms important in clinical diseases and biotechnology. You a...

Course Overview

This course is an overview of microorganisms important in clinical diseases and biotechnology. You are introduced to general concepts concerning morphology, genetics, and reproduction of these microbial agents. It focuses on individual organisms with emphasis on infectious diseases, biotechnology applications, molecular and biochemical characteristics, and molecular and serological identification methods.

BIO-221
Introduction to Human Biology

This course sparks interest in you by encouraging to connect basic biology concepts to real-world is...

Course Overview

This course sparks interest in you by encouraging to connect basic biology concepts to real-world issues that are relevant to their own lives. It demystifies the scientific process and the concepts of human biology using a narrative style to tell a story with a reader-friendly approach.

BIO-238
Introduction to Biology

This course focuses on the core concepts you need to make scientifically informed decisions througho...

Course Overview

This course focuses on the core concepts you need to make scientifically informed decisions throughout their lives. It covers four major topics–cells, genetics, evolution/diversity, and ecology–and uses evolution as an overarching theme to tie all topics together.

BIO-745
Introduction to Ecology

Ecology is the scientific study of interactions between organisms and their environment in a hierarc...

Course Overview

Ecology is the scientific study of interactions between organisms and their environment in a hierarchy of levels of organization: individuals, populations, communities, and ecosystems. This course provides a comprehensive survey of The Organism in Its Environment, Population Interactions, Ecological Genetics and the Ecosystem.

BIO-868
Fundamentals of Botany

This course will capture your attention by showing them why plants are a fascinating and essential...

Course Overview

This course will capture your attention by showing them why plants are a fascinating and essential part of their everyday lives. The clear, concise text focuses on four major themes: plants and people, conservation biology, evolution, and biotechnology and will give you practical and relevant information about the world of botany.

BIO-904
Introduction to Marine Biology

This course approaches the subject of marine biology by emphasizing the ecological principles that g...

Course Overview

This course approaches the subject of marine biology by emphasizing the ecological principles that govern marine life throughout all ocean environments and by acknowledging the differences between marine and terrestrial ecosystems. This unique approach adds real-world relevance by exploring how organisms interact within their individual ecosystems.

Tuition & Fees Breakdown

Total Program Investment

$24,000

Complete program cost including all fees

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Fee Component Amount
Total Program Cost
$24,000
Financial Aid Available

Multiple financing options and scholarships are available to help you achieve your educational goals.

Admissions & Eligibility Requirements

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Eligibility Criteria

High School Diploma, GED or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours Required

84 Hours credit hours

Program Duration

1 Year (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

14 total courses in the program

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