Biology

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Biology

Flagler College's Biology Major and Minor give you more than just a solid science background. All of our students have the opportunity to conduct hands-on research by designing, collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting their research findings to the College and local community.

This program is designed to prepare students for a wide range of career paths, such as research, healthcare, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, environmental conservation, and government agencies.

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Minimum credit hours required for the minor

Minimum credit hours required for the major

Program Requirements

The program begins with a solid foundation in core areas of biology (including genetics, evolution, and ecology), as well as chemistry, physics, and mathematics. Students will then build the rest of their degree from a list of elective courses, allowing them to choose the courses that best prepare them for their career goals. Some examples of elective courses include:

Dolphin Biology
Zoology
Human Nutrition
Forensic Biology
Microbiology

All majors and minors at Flagler College are designed with experiential learning at their core. Biology is no different. We want you to become familiar with the techniques used in each discipline, whether it is a field or lab science. You'll also take a higher-level math course to help you understand how to incorporate data into scientific research.

Find a list of all your courses and four-year plan below.

Major Coursework Minor Coursework Four-Year Career Plan

Career Outcomes

What types of careers can I get with a Biology or CES degree?

A Biology or CES degree sets graduates on paths that make an impact, working in healthcare and genetics labs, government agencies, conservation fields, and environmental advocacy. Alumni have gone on to organizations such as the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and the Army Corps of Engineers, and into roles at museums, aquariums, and zoos where science meets education.

Beyond specific jobs, the degree cultivates skills in research, policy making, data analysis, and problem-solving, tools that shape adaptable professionals. Whether in a lab, on the water, or influencing environmental policy, graduates carry forward the kind of preparation that changes futures.

What graduate school opportunities are available?

Science majors from these programs have gone on to Marine Science at William & Mary, Biotechnology at Florida Tech, and Fisheries and Aquatic Science at the University of Florida, as well as Ph.D. programs in Biology and health professions like medicine, dentistry, and veterinary care. Read Carly’s story to see how undergraduate research and mentorship shaped her path to graduate school.

The thread tying these stories together is more than strong coursework, it’s the transformative experiences that come from doing real science. Students present at national and international conferences, collaborate with faculty mentors, and tell their research stories in ways that stand out to graduate programs. Additionally, our Career Development Center offers graduate school fairs each year. Curiosity here doesn’t stay in the classroom; it opens doors across the world.

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