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Biological Sciences (AS ➛ BS/BA)

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Do you have questions about the 3+1 Program?

Current Students Contact
Rowan Relations Office
3plus1@rcbc.edu
(856) 242-5901
 

Prospective Students Contact
Office of Outreach and Admissions
admissions@rcbc.edu
(856) 222-9311, ext. 1199

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Earn an RCBC Associate of Science degree and a Rowan University Bachelor of Science or Art in Biological Science with the 3+1 Biology major.

Explore the Science of Life with RCBC’s Biology Program

Deepen your understanding of the natural world and its impact on humanity. RCBC’s Biology program provides a strong foundation for science-related careers and serves as an ideal starting point for medical, healthcare, and research fields.

With a biology degree, you can pursue careers in:

  • Environmental Science and Public Policy – Sustainability, conservation, and ecological research
  • Bioinformatics – Data-driven biological research and analysis
  • Education and Museums – Teaching and science communication
  • Biotechnology – Innovation in genetics, pharmaceuticals, and medical research

RCBC graduates have pursued careers in molecular biology, microbiology, ecology, environmental science, and related fields.

Biological Sciences 3+1 Major Map

Please note this major map guide is not a substitute for academic advisement. Interested students can register for this program at any time by logging into BaronOne and then accessing the 3plus1 Application Tile.

*This program requires in-person and daytime courses.

This pathway leads to a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences from Rowan University.

3+1 students must earn at least one associate degree before transitioning into senior year. We recommend the Associate of Science in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Option: in Biology (AS.BIO). Other associate degrees are acceptable. Students should contact the Rowan Relations Office for more information about other pathways.  Below are sample schedules. Please see your personalized plan in AVISO, if you have already signed up for 3+1.

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Sample Schedule for 3+1 BS Biological Science coming from RCBC's AS.BIO degree

RCBC Courses: total of 91 credits

Semester 1 (15 credits)

  • ENG 101 College Composition I
  • BIO 103 and BIO 104 General Biology I & Lab
  • MTH 130 Accelerated Pre-Calculus
  • CHE 115 and CHE 116 General Chemistry I & Lab

Semester 2 (15 credits)

  • ENG 102 College Composition II
  • CHE 117 and CHE 118 General Chemistry II
  • BIO 107 and BIO 108 General Biology II & Lab
  • MTH 118 Calculus I

Semester 3 (14 credits)

  • Social Science (see associate degree for options)
  • Diversity (see associate degree for options)
  • CHE 240 and CHE 241 Organic Chemistry I & Lab
  • BIO 202 General Biology II: Biological Skills and Methods

Semester 4 (17 credits)

  • Social Science (see associate degree for options)
  • BIO 204 General Biology IV Global Ecology
  • CHE 242 and CHE 243 Organic Chemistry II & Lab (spring only)
  • History (see associate degree for options)
  • Artistic Literacy: ART 101, MUS 101, or THR 101

Semester 5 (15 credits)

  • BIO 208/209 Human Anatomy & Physiology I and Lab (fall only)
  • PHY 110 and PHY 111 or PHY 210 and PHY 211 Physic I and Lab
  • BIO 335 Advanced Genetics (fall only)
  • SPE 102 Public Speaking

Semester 6 (15 credits)

  • Literature (PHI 205 or any RCBC LIT except LIT 215 and LIT 218
  • PHY 111 and PHY 112 or PHY 212 and PHY 213 Physic II and Lab
  • MTH 280 Biometry
  • BIO 330 Advanced Microbiology (spring only)

Notes:

Check self-service for prerequisite requirements and associate degree requirements

Electives are any RCBC course; email 3plus1@rcbc.edu for questions about electives

If you complete all required and recommended courses, earn an Associate of Science degree after semester 4

BIO 202: must be signed up for 3+1 to register for this course

Need C- or higher in all Biology courses

Need a 2.0 GPA average in all required Chemistry, Physics and Math courses

 

Rowan University Courses: 30 credits (Fall only start for Senior year Courses)

Courses are taken in Mount Laurel in a hybrid format with in-person and online courses required. This is not a fully online or fully evening program.

Semester 1 (16 credits)

  • BIOL 01.445 Special Topics Senior Seminar OR BIOL 01.475 Lab/Field Research 
  • 300+ Biology Elective
  • Free Elective
  • Elective or Core Literacy
  • Elective or Core Literacy

Semester 2 (14 credits)

  • PHIL 09261 Philosophical Perspectives on Science (WI)
  • Free Elective
  • 300+ Biology Elective  
  • Elective or Core Literacy

Notes:

Meet with Rowan University Advisor prior to senior year to confirm schedule

Must take a minimum of 30 credits with Rowan University

Total credits required for BS is 120 between Rowan University credits and transfer credits

Sample Schedule for 3+1 BA Biological Science coming from RCBC's AS.BIO degree

RCBC Courses: total of 89 credits

Semester 1 (15 credits)

  • ENG 101 College Composition I
  • BIO 103 and BIO 104 General Biology I & Lab
  • MTH 130 Accelerated Pre-Calculus
  • CHE 115 and CHE 116 General Chemistry I & Lab

Semester 2 (17 credits)

  • ENG 102 College Composition II
  • CHE 117 and CHE 118 General Chemistry II
  • BIO 107 and BIO 108 General Biology II & Lab
  • History (see associate’s degree for options)
  • Artistic Literacy: ART 101, MUS 101, or THR 101

Semester 3 (13-14 credits)

  • Social Science (see associate degree for options)
  • Diversity (see associate degree for options)
  • Elective (recommend CHE 240/241 for AS.BIO)
  • BIO 202 General Biology II: Biological Skills and Methods

Semester 4 (14-15 credits)

  • Social Science (see associate degree for options)
  • BIO 204 General Biology IV Global Ecology
  • Elective (suggest BIO program course for AS.BIO)
  • Elective
  • Elective, if needed to reach 60 credits

Semester 5 (14 credits)

  • Global Literacy (recommend ANT 102 or SOC 205; see Rowan Relations for full list)
  • PHY 110 and PHY 111 or PHY 210 and PHY 211 Physic I and Lab
  • BIO 335 Advanced Genetics (fall only)
  • SPE 102 Public Speaking

Semester 6 (15 credits)

  • Literature (PHI 205 or any RCBC LIT except LIT 215 and LIT 218
  • PHY 111 and PHY 112 or PHY 212 and PHY 213 Physic II and Lab
  • MTH 280 Biometry or MTH 143 Statistics
  • BIO 330 Advanced Microbiology (spring only)

Notes:

Check self-service for prerequisite requirements and associate degree requirements.

Electives are any RCBC course; email 3plus1@rcbc.edu for questions about electives.

If you complete all required and recommended courses, earn an Associate of Science degree after semester 4.

BIO 202 must be signed up for 3+1 to register for this course.

Need C- or higher in all Biology courses

Need a 2.0 GPA average in all required Chemistry, Physics and Math course

 

Rowan University Courses: 31 credits (Fall only start for Senior year Courses)

Courses are taken in Mount Laurel in a hybrid format with in-person and online courses required. This is not a fully online or fully evening program.

Semester 1(15 credits)

  • BIOL01.445 Special Topics Senior Seminar OR BIOL01.475 Lab/Field Research
  • Elective
  • Elective
  • Elective or Core Literacy
  • Elective or Core Literacy

Semester 2 (16 credits)

  • PHIL 09261 Philosophical Perspectives on Science (WI)
  • 300+ Biology Elective
  • Elective or Core Literacy
  • Elective or Core Literacy
  • Elective or Core Literacy

Notes:

Meet with Rowan University Advisor prior to senior year to confirm schedule.

Must take a minimum of 30 credits with Rowan University.

Total credits required for BA is 120 between Rowan University credits and transfer credits.