Bachelor of Science in Molecular and Cellular Biology: Education and Communication Emphasis

University of Arizona

Biology will always have a great need for educators and communicators. Students seeking a Bachelor of Science in Molecular and Cellular Biology with a subplan in Education and Communication become proficient in chemistry, math, physics, ecology and biology. They also take courses in science learning and journalism to grasp methods of imparting key evidence-based data, analysis and findings to the general public. Undergraduates gain hands-on lab, teaching and communication experience with renowned faculty as part of their course requirements and through internships. This subplan broadens the knowledge of journalists aiming to focus on science and medical writing and lays a broad foundation for aspiring science educators.LEARNING OUTCOMESDemonstrate understanding of the ways that chemical principles govern the ability of biological molecules to form cellular structures, tissues, organs, and organisms, and the energy transformations that make these steps possible.Explain mechanisms and outcomes of the ability of cells to sense and respond to internal and external cues.Explain the role of and mechanisms by which the genome and its products generate biological structures and phenotypes, including human disease, including: Differentiate among replication, transcription, and translation with regard to mechanisms and biological roles. Analyze mechanisms of inheritance and their consequences for phenotypes. Differentiate among various types of mutations and predict their outcomes at the molecular, cellular, and organismal level.

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