Department of Natural Sciences

The biology major is designed for students interested in life science careers, including medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, biological research, field biology, life science education, scientific writing, sales and marketing (of pharmaceuticals, laboratory equipment, etc.), and more. Students majoring in biology will select one of three concentrations: Biomedical Sciences, Wildlife Conservation, or Integrative Biology.

This major trains students for a career in radiologic technology (RT), the profession that generates biological images using X-rays and other ionizing radiation. Since this is a combined degree, students must complete a liberal-arts curriculum at Greensboro College and an RT clinical training program elsewhere.

Students in chemistry will learn the fundamental principles governing the chemical world while developing problem-solving skills and gaining experience in various laboratory techniques. This major fits those with an interest and aptitude in mathematics, the chemistry of biological processes, and attention to detail, especially in a lab.

Pairing well with other natural science majors, students cover general chemistry, organic chemistry, and either biochemistry or analytical chemistry.