Online Bachelor of Science in Biology
Affordable | Flexible | Convenient | On your Terms |
Overview
Arizona Christian University is excited to offer a one of a kind online biology degree in collaboration with Arizona State University!
ACU and ASU have come together to offer you a world class online biology degree, combining top rated biology courses from ASU and a worldview curriculum from ACU. You will have the opportunity to complete a portion of your key biology coursework through ASU Online and the remainder of your degree requirements will be completed through ACU. Not only that, your ACU Success Coach will be there to help you each step of the way!
Complete your ACU Biology Degree Anywhere, Anytime!
Our online Biology degree program here at ACU is designed with you in mind! Complete your degree fully online in the comfort of your own home.
The Online Bachelor of Science in Biology at ACU features:
- Flexible Online Format: Our classes are fully online and flexible to fit into your lifestyle. You can login and access the course material at any time making it easy for you to complete your schoolwork while maintaining your busy schedule.
- Accelerated Learning: Our online classes are formatted to last 8 weeks. This means that you can complete classes quickly and graduate sooner!
- Cost Effective: ACU online is one of the most affordable Christian institutions in the state of Arizona! Reach out to an Admissions Counselor today to receive a tuition estimate.
- World Class Professors: Experience teaching from world class instructors from both ASU and ACU. This program combines the best of both worlds allowing you to take ASU science classes from one the best schools in the country while receiving top-notch Biblical worldview and humanities classes from our experienced faculty here at ACU.
- Personal ACU Success Coach: With ACU Online, you never need to take a step alone. Your Success Coach is here to help get you started, select your classes each semester, and will be available throughout your entire degree program to answer questions and encourage you along the way.
Why Online Biology at ACU?
In addition to receiving the personalized experience of being an ACU student, our online Biology program offers several unique advantages:
- Highly qualified ACU students can achieve early acceptance into one of Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine’s (LECOM) medical, dental, or pharmacy schools through our unique affiliated university partnership.
- ACU’s Biblical liberal arts classes take an innovative approach to general studies that reclaim a Christian conception of the Liberal Arts, preparing students to be influential thinkers.
- Online science classes offered through ASU, the most innovative school in the country
- Learn from the same world class professors that teach on campus at both ASU and ACU
Career Paths
- Biological Scientists
- Biological Technician
- Laboratory Research Assistant
- Microbiologists
- Pharmaceutical Sales and Research
- Pre-Medicine
- Science Teacher
Department of Science
Arizona Christian University
Building 2000
1 W. Firestorm Way
Glendale, AZ 85306
Phone:
(602) 489-5300
Email:
[email protected]
Academic Major Courses
Core requirements accumulate to 30 credits, 15 credits of Biblical and Theological Studies and 8 credits of science courses. 3 credits of Upper Division Biblical and Theological Studies electives are required.
Course | Course Name | Credits |
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CHM 151 | General Chemistry I with Lab | 4 |
CHM 152 | General Chemistry II with Lab | 4 |
CHM 235 | Organic Chemistry I with Lab | 4 |
CHM 236 | Organic Chemistry Il with Lab | 4 |
BIO 301 | Human Anatomy & Physiology I w/ Lab | 4 |
BIO 302 | Human Anatomy & Physiology II w/ Lab | 4 |
MAT 122 | Brief Calculus | 3 |
BIO 490 | Biology Capstone | 3 |
Biology Electives - Academic Major (choose 16 credits) | ||
BIO 220 | Intro. to Sports Medicine w/ Lab | 4 |
BIO 250 | Exercise Physiology w/ Lab | 4 |
BIO 310 | Molecular & Cellular Biology w/ Lab | 4 |
BIO 320 | Microbiology w /Lab | 4 |
BIO 345 | Fundamentals of Ecology w/ Lab | 4 |
BIO 341 | Human Genetics | 3 |
BIO 356 | Nutrition and Wellness | 3 |
BIO 385 | Creation Apologetics | 3 |
BIO 476 | Kinesiology | 3 |
BIO 410 | Bioinformatics | 3 |
BIO 483 | Pathophysiology | 4 |
BIO 498 | Research | 1, 2 or 3 |
BIO 497 | Internship | 1, 2 or 3 |
PHY 111 | General Physics I w/ Lab | 4 |
PHY 112 | General Physics II w/ Lab | 4 |
PSY 390 | Introduction to Neuroscience | 4 |