Biology – Pre-Medicine

About the Degree:

Students interested in a career as a physician can accomplish their goal by becoming an allopathic doctor (M.D.) or an osteopathic doctor (D.O.) The Pre-Medicine program allows students to meet the requirements for admission to either medical program while completing their bachelor of science degree in biology.

What Can I Do With This Major?

Your Future with Our Pre-Medical Degree

As a graduate of Missouri Southern's pre-medical program, you'll turn your love for science and health into a life-long career.

We'll give you all the knowledge you need to successfully get into medical school and further you along the path to your dream career.

What You’ll Learn:

The successful graduate from the Biology program will understand and use fundamental biological concepts in the following areas: 1) cell biology, 2) genetics and molecular biology, 3) organismal biology, and 4) ecology, evolution, and population biology.
The successful graduate from the Biology program will understand and use the scientific method to solve problems.
The successful graduate from the Biology program will communicate effectively in writing.
The successful graduate from the Biology program will demonstrate satisfactory laboratory and field skills.
The successful graduate from the Biology program will be prepared for graduate or professional curriculum or employment in a biological field.