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Do you want to earn a bachelor’s degree in microbiology? Do you want to pursue a career in a science-related field? Do you plan to pursue graduate study in the biological sciences or to enroll in medical school or pharmacy school? Do you want to fulfill these goals “right here in your own backyard”—without having to move to Athens or commute into downtown Atlanta? The good news is that you can do so: a UGA degree is closer than you think! The University of Georgia offers an undergraduate degree-completion program at its Griffin Campus designed to give you the background you need to achieve these goals. About the Program >> BS/Microbiology Degree Check Sheet The University of Georgia’s Franklin College of Arts & Sciences launched its Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Microbiology on the Griffin Campus in Fall 2007. The BS degree with a major in Microbiology is a liberal arts degree with the major course work concentrated in the biological sciences. The major course work of this degree prepares students for a number of careers and for advanced studies. A bachelor’s degree in microbiology provides students a solid foundation for professional programs in veterinary medicine, dentistry, medicine, pharmacy, etc., as well as for advanced degrees in the biological sciences, for example, Master of Science (MS) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees. The UGA Griffin Campus The B.S. degree in Microbiology was designed to provide residents of Spalding County and the surrounding area interested in earning a bachelor’s degree that emphasizes the biological sciences the opportunity to achieve that goal. The University of Georgia is proud to offer this BS degree-completion program at its Griffin Campus, located in Griffin, Georgia, about 40 miles south of Atlanta. Originally established in 1888 as the Georgia Experiment Station, the UGA Griffin Campus is now a world-renowned research facility. Students in the BS in Microbiology degree program at the UGA Griffin Campus will have ample opportunities to benefit from the practical experiences that can be provided by the research environment of the Griffin Campus, where students will have a unique opportunity to combine classroom instruction with research experiences. The Griffin Campus features modern classrooms and laboratories as well as the newest instructional technology systems for both on-site and distance learning. The campus’s instructional facilities will be further enhanced when the Student Learning Center opens in Fall Semester 2009. Students choose the UGA Griffin Campus because they recognize the quality and value of a UGA degree, and they desire the atmosphere of a small college that offers the advantages of small class sizes while at the same time providing the benefits of a major public research university. Who should apply?This degree program is a superb choice for students interested in a career in a science-related field or those planning to seek admission to professional programs in medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, veterinary medicine, etc., or to graduate programs in the biological sciences. A major in Microbiology offers an excellent background for a variety of careers and advanced training. The career opportunities to choose from as a microbiologist will depend on the level of education and training one receives. A baccalaureate degree in microbiology will help individuals qualify for many technical, research, and clinical positions. Some of these positions include: To do some career exploration on your own, check out the excellent resources available on these web sites: > http://www.microbeworld.org/scientists Students seeking entry to the program must have completed at least 60 semester hours of transferable course work with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.50. They also should have completed the following courses, preferably with a grade of “C” or better: the general chemistry and general biology lab course sequences for science majors, the first semester of organic chemistry with lab, and pre-calculus. What Are the Requirements for the Major?The major consists of nine upper-division courses (29-33 semester hours of course work), with four required courses (14 semester hours): Introductory Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Genetics, Introductory Microbiology, and Introductory Microbiology Lab. Students must complete an intensive laboratory course (Experimental Microbiology Lab or Directed Research) and select two microbiology courses from Prokaryotic Biology, Pathogenic Bacteriology, Environmental Microbiology and Biotechnology, Microbial Genetics and Genomics, and Bacterial Symbioses. In addition to taking a microbiology elective, students must also complete a biology elective from areas such as cell biology, physiology, evolutionary biology, and ecology. Whom Should I Contact for Further Information?Ms.
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