BIOLOGY

Master of Science in Biology

University of Nebraska at Kearney

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The online Master of Science in Biology from the University of Nebraska at Kearney was created to be a flexible online option for developing a broad understanding of the complex theories and practices of biology.

This online biology degree offers is a non-thesis program that is an ideal option for high school and middle school teachers, scientists, researchers, or anyone who could benefit from an advanced education in biology.

Throughout this online biology degree program, students will partake in a number of online biology courses that will cover topics, such as:

• Organic Evolution
• Intro to Graduate Study
• Biological Research
• Biological Perspectives
• Current Issues in Biology
• Scientific Illustration
• Microbial Diversity
• Bioethics
• Plant Pathology
• Great Plains Heritage
• Principles of Ecology
• Biological Statistics
• Ecological Anthropology
• Cancer Biology
• Environmental Biology
• Forensic Biology

The University of Nebraska at Kearney's Department of Biology has established itself as a leader nationwide in the successful delivery of its online Biology graduate degree program.

All applicants must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Science with an emphasis in Biology.

Accreditation Agency: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission

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Bachelor of Arts in Social Science - Biology

Ashford University

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Would you like to develop a sound understanding of the society we live in - individuals, families, communities, governments, and cultures - from various perspectives? Then earn your Bachelor of Arts in Social Science (BA/SS) - Biology degree from Ashford University, and learn a multidisciplinary approach to social sciences where different outlooks are combined and applied to real world issues.

Students have the opportunity to transfer up to 12 approved credits of Biology coursework to qualify as a concentration in the Social Science degree program. The fundamental understanding of the physical and chemical processes of living organisms including how organisms acquire and use energy to maintain homeostasis, how they reproduce, how they interact with each other and their environment are supplemented in the Social Science program for a well-rounded degree. Students will be glad to know that they can transfer in approved credits no matter when they took them. So, the credit they've already earned will not go unused. With this program students will graduate from Ashford with a dynamic degree that will enhance your opportunity for promotion within your chosen field.

Applicants to this program must have a High school diploma or GED, be age 22 or older, have work experience, preferably full-time work experience and meet the writing proficiency standards of the College of External Studies.

Accreditation Agency: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Master of Engineering in Biological Chemical Engineering

Lehigh University

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The online Master of Engineering in Biological Chemical Engineering degree from Lehigh University provides its students with the flexibility to adapt to a variety of industrial experiences, and forms the base for an expanding career.

The mission of this recently added graduate degree program is to produce professionally oriented graduates with both an in-depth technical understanding, and a global perspective of biological chemical engineering practice. Serving a wide variety of technical and managerial functions within the chemical engineering processing industry, Lehigh University's Chemical Engineer graduates will be effective throughout the industry, and in the advanced professional education arenas.

Individuals who graduate from this online program be enabled with skills to identify, evaluate and manage cost and performance decisions for major stages of life in large-scale developments in the pharmaceutical and related industries.

All candidates for graduation must have completed 30 credit hours of graduate study. All applicants to this program should have a B.S. degree in an engineering discipline or a closely related field.

Accreditation Agency: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Higher Education

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BioOrganic Principles of Pharmaceutical Science Certificate

Lehigh University

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The online Certificate in BioOrganic Principles of Pharmaceutical Science from Lehigh University offers graduate-level courses for employees working with drug discovery and evaluation issues who work in pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device manufacturing companies. This online certificate will cover the basic biochemical molecular principles governing drug design, synthesis, mode of action at biological targets, formulation, and metabolism. Students will gain enhanced knowledge regarding bioorganic principles related to pharmaceutical science.

Students need 4 courses for a total of 12 credits to complete certificate. Students can any four of the following for certificate completion: *Advanced Organic Chemistry, *Elements of Biochemistry I, Elements of Biochemistry II, BioOrganic Chemistry, Medicinal & Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Organic Reactions, Topics in Organic Chemistry, Advanced Topics in Chemistry, Topics in Biochemistry, Process Chemistry. *Note: Either one of these courses is suggested as a starting point in the program.

All applicants to this program must have a a BS or BA in chemistry or biochemistry; or a minimum of two semesters of general chemistry with associated labs, two semesters of organic chemistry with associated labs, and at least two upper level chemistry courses.

Accreditation Agency: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Higher Education

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Bachelor of Arts in Health Care Studies - Biology

Ashford University

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The online Bachelor of Arts in Health Care Studies - Biology degree from Ashford University has been created to guide students as they work to develop a better understanding of the knowledge that is needed for providing quality health care services.

Throughout the course of this online biology degree program, students work with a number of experts in the field as they developed the fundamental understanding of the physical and chemical processes of living organisms.

Students in this online biology degree program will also study how organisms interact with each other as well as with their environment. Also included in this online health care studies program, students will also examine the US health care system as well as medical ethics and laws.

All applicants must have a high school diploma or GED; be age 22 or older; have work experience, preferably full-time work experience; meet the writing proficiency standards of the College of External Studies.

Accreditation Agency: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Management - Biology

Ashford University

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The online Bachelor of Arts degree in Organizational Management from Ashford University program examines the human side of managing organizations, skill development in communication, group behavior, decision-making, human resource management and ethics. A great point about the Organizational Management program is the student's ability to customize their degree to fit their professional and educational goals. Individuals with a background in Biology can transfer up to 12 credits of previous Biology coursework into their concentration resulting in a dynamic degree comprised of complementing areas.

Students with a concentration in Biology will possess a fundamental understanding of the physical and chemical processes of living organisms including how organisms acquire and use energy to maintain homeostasis, how they reproduce, and how they interact with each other and their environment. Students in this program will combine their Biology education with organizational skill development in communications, group behavior, decision-making, human resource management and ethics, which will culminate in a well-rounded degree. In addition, Ashford's transfer policy will allow you to transfer in your Biology credits no matter when you took them.

Applicants to this online program must have a High school diploma or GED, be age 22 or older, have work experience, preferably full-time work experience and meet the writing proficiency standards of the College of External Studies.

Accreditation Agency: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Analytical Principles of Pharmaceutical Science Certificate

Lehigh University

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Lehigh University's Analytical Principles of Pharmaceutical Science Certificate online program was developed for employees working with drug characterization and purity concerns in pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device manufacturing industries.

This completely online certificate covers both the analytical and physical chemistry needed to understand purity and composition issues in pharmaceutical substances. All of the courses in this program cover the principles behind the common analytical methods, and how these methods are applied in pharmaceutical and biotechnical settings.

Four courses are required to complete this certificate, and students can take any four of the following for certificate completion (courses may be taken in any order): *Elements of Biochemistry I; Elements of Biochemistry II; *Analytical Chemistry; *Clinical Chemistry; Contemporary Topics in Analytical Chemistry; Special Topics in Analytical Chemistry; Spectral Analysis; or Advanced Topics in Chemistry.

All applicants must possess a BS or BA in chemistry or biochemistry; or a minimum of 2 semesters of general chemistry with associated labs, 2 semesters of organic chemistry with associated labs, and at least two upper level chemistry courses.

Accreditation Agency: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Higher Education

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Bachelor of Biology

Charter Oak State College

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The Bachelor degree in Biology is a 120-credit degree completion program that can be completed with distance education through online courses. This program is designed for students who already have some experience or college credit. Along with general education requirements, you will also take at least 36 hours of specialized courses to fulfill the concentration in Biology.

Online courses for the Biology degree at Charter Oak State College are $165 for a CT resident, and just $235 for non-residents. For degree seeking students, a good idea is the 'Comprehensive Matriculation Program' at $2,720 for residents and $3,760 for non-residents, which covers your annual matriculation fee plus 12 hours of credit to be used within a year. Normal matriculation fees are $985 for residents and $1,300 for non-residents (renewable at $450 and $660, respectively).

There is a $75 application fee, a $40 registration fee, and a $185 graduation fee.

Accreditation Agency: New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education

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