Biology, Certificate (0493)
Program Coordinator
Jarrett R. Johnson, jarrett.johnson@wku.edu, (270) 745-3696
The Biology Certificate is designed for individuals pursuing a career in a biology-related field and who require 15 hours of graduate biology coursework for professional training or accreditation. It is also applicable for students interested in pursuing an advanced degree in the field, but who do not have an undergraduate degree in biology. Completion of the Biology Certificate Program will equip graduates with supplemental and enhanced knowledge and skills in biology that broaden their career opportunities and support their professional development. The Biology Certificate also allows for transition into the Master of Science Program (056), non-thesis concentration.
Program Admission
Graduate Studies Admission
Please refer to the admission section of this catalog for Graduate Studies admission requirements.
Program Requirements (15 hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| BIOL 524 | Evolution and Ecological Genetics | 3 |
| or BIOL 532 | Behavioral Ecology | |
| or BIOL 543 | Environmental Science Concepts | |
| or BIOL 545 | Animal Communication | |
| BIOL 407G | Virology | 3 |
| or BIOL 411G | Cell Biology | |
| or BIOL 446G | Biochemistry I | |
| or BIOL 495G | Molecular Genetics | |
| Electives | ||
| Select 9 hours of graduate biology courses 1 | 9 | |
| Completion of Biology Assessment Exam | ||
| Total Hours | 15 | |