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Biology at Â鶹¾«Æ·ÊÓƵ is the study of living systems, from molecules and cells to ecosystems and global processes. You’ll explore how life works, how organisms interact, and how discoveries in biology drive innovation in health, technology, and environmental solutions. Whether you’re interested in medicine, research, teaching, or industry, biology at Florida Atlantic gives you the foundation to understand and impact the living world.

About Biology at FAU

At Florida Atlantic, you’ll learn from faculty who are active researchers and mentors, working on everything from marine science to neuroscience. You can join research labs that study organisms from fruit flies to sharks, and you’ll have access to unique partnerships with leading institutions like the Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience and Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute. Our programs offer flexibility—choose a BA for interdisciplinary interests or a BS for a deeper dive into science. Honors pathways and hands-on research opportunities let you build real skills and stand out for graduate school or your career.

Degrees Offered at Florida Atlantic

Undergraduate

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biology
• Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Biology
• Minor in Biology
• Honors in Biological Sciences (Research or Research Thesis)
• Max Planck Honors Program (Jupiter campus)

Graduate

• Master of Science (MS) in Biology (Thesis and Non-Thesis options)
• Professional Science Master’s (PSM) in Business Biotechnology
• Master of Science in Teaching (MST)
• Ph.D. in Integrative Biology-Biomedical Science (IBBS)
• Master’s Along the Way (for Ph.D. students)

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