Biology - BSc
Unlock your potential with our biology program, where you can dive into the fascinating worlds of marine biology or molecular and cell biology. Our curriculum blends biomedical sciences with a liberal arts education, ensuring you develop into an independent learner, problem solver, and ethical expert. Join us to become a leader in the field, ready to make a meaningful impact on society
Program Overview
AUC’s biology program provides students with the opportunity to explore life at all levels from the molecular to the environmental. The biology program offers students the integrative and conceptual foundations of life in biological and biomedical sciences within a liberal arts environment. Students who graduate from the program are trained to be independent learners, problem solvers, and critical thinkers and ready to contribute to society as responsible and ethical experts in the field.
The Biology (BSc) program is accredited by the Applied and Natural Science Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria.
Specializations
- Biotechnology
- Ecology and Conservation Biology
Program Educational Objectives
The biology program at AUC graduates biologists who, within a few years of graduation, meet societal needs in one or more of the following roles;
1. To obtain employment in academic or non-academic organizations using the acquired skills in biological sciences.
2. To meet the challenges and opportunities of the biological sciences field.
3. Pursue postgraduate degrees in biological sciences specializations.
4. Advance in career opportunities and professions by demonstrating strong leadership skills, ethical integrity, and professional engagement.
5. Engage in life-long learning through professional development and knowledge of contemporary issues.biology program at AUC graduates biologists who, within a few years of graduation, meet societal needs in one or more of the following roles.
Degrees and Admission Requirements
Students wishing to pursue a Bachelor of Science in biology or the biology minor should meet the minimum academic and admission requirements set by AUC.
Students of the Program
The program is suitable for students interested in:
- Studying animals, plants, and human structure and function on different levels in health and disease
- Laboratory techniques such as working with microscopes and cell culture
- Computational tools and their application in human health and disease
Career Paths and Practical Experience
Graduates of the program have gone on to work in:
- Biomedical laboratories
- Research and development function of pharmaceutical companies
- International research centers
Internship opportunities through AUC's Career Center are available for biology students at a number of entities, including Generations Genetics Labs and the Magdi Yacoub Heart Foundation’s Aswan Heart Center.
Top Employers
Our alumni work for top employers in the biology field, including:
- Egypt Center for Research and Regenerative Medicine (ECRRM)
- Magdi Yacoub Heart Foundation (MYF)
- Children's Cancer Hospital (57357)
- Generations Labs
- Medical genetic laboratories
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Environmental agencies
| 2018-2019 | 2019-2020 | 2020-2021 | 2021-2022 | 2022-2023 | 2023-2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Time Students | 40 | 63 | 64 | 66 | 72 | 71 |
| Part Time Students | 13 | 14 | 17 | 12 | 17 | 15 |
| Student FTE | 48.06 | 71.22 | 73.89 | 73.07 | 81.89 | 80.05 |
| Graduated Students | 4 | 4 | 11 | 16 | 14 |
Scholarships
Excellence for Everyone
AUC will help you set your path to success from day one.
Students can receive anywhere from 20% to 100% of tuition coverage through scholarships and the Excellence Scholarship Program.
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