Biology

Bachelor’s
12:1
Student/Faculty Ratio
Build meaningful connections with classmates and professors.
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Health Professional Partners
NGU partners with the Sherman College of Chiropractic, Mary Black School of Nursing at USC Upstate, and Gregory School of Pharmacy at PBAU.
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Concentrations
Animal and Environmental, Biology (for those interested in our Nursing, Pharmacy, or Chiropractic tracks), and Pre-Professional.

Turn Curiosity into Discovery

Prepare to explore the endlessly complex nature of living organisms and life processes. Learn and examine systems in chemistry, genetics, human anatomy, ecology, and more in the classroom and lab.

A biology degree opens up the door to wider array of careers and opportunities. Pursue your specific field of interest and start your career with a Bachelor of Science in Biology at NGU.

Choose from our three concentrations to find the best fit for your goals.

Why Study Biology at NGU?

  • Three Concentrations: Choose between the Animal and Environmental Concentration, the Biology Concentration (for our Nursing Dual Degree with Mary Black School of Nursing, Pharmacy Dual Degree with Palm Beach Atlantic University, and Chiropractic Dual Degree with Sherman College of Chiropractic), and the Pre-Professional Concentration.
  • Explore Your Career Path with an Internship: Our students have interned with local organizations including the Greenville Zoo, Roper Mountain Science Center, and other similar private and public institutions.
  • Graduate School Preparation: We’ll help you become a stronger candidate for your next steps after graduation, and even earn course credit for your clinical shadowing experiences. Let us connect you to your goals.
  • A Strong Community of Mentorship: NGU professors will walk alongside you to help you learn.
  • Diverse Career Pathways: Start your journey as a researcher, scientist, technologist, technician, or analyst in many different medical or environmental based careers. Other possible career paths include education and healthcare business roles, including sales and administration.

Grow Academically and Spiritually

At North Greenville University, you will grow academically and spiritually to become the transformational leader God has uniquely called you to be. All courses are taught from a Christ-centered perspective, integrating faith and learning. Wherever you are, NGU is here to help you reach your academic and professional goals.

Sample Courses

Biology Year 1

Year 1 Sample Courses

  • Principles of Biology with lab
  • BIOL-1470 Comparative Biology with lab
  • General Chemistry I and II with labs
  • Advanced Algebra and Trigonometry
Biology Year 2

Year 2 Sample Courses

  • Biology Research and Analysis
  • Genetics
  • Cell and Molecular Biology
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Organic Chemistry
Biology Year 3

Year 3 Sample Courses

  • Cell Biology
  • Biochemistry
  • Genetics
  • Ecology
  • Research Project or Teaching Assistant
Biology Year 4

Year 4 Sample Courses

  • Embryology
  • Intelligent Design
  • Earth Science
  • Research Project or Teaching Assistant

Get to Know Our Faculty!

Debo Nathaniel, PhD
Department Chair, Biology
Jeffrey French, PhD
Professor, Biology
Allison Bridges, PhD
Assistant Professor, Biology
Georges Chreifi, PhD
Assistant Professor, Biology
Christina K. Eddy, PhD
Professor, Biology
Robert K. Knepp, DC
Associate Professor, Biology
Nathan Reed, PhD
Assistant Professor, Biology

Have Questions? Contact Us!

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Debo Nathaniel, PhD

Department Chair, Biology
864.977.7134 adebobola.nathaniel@ngu.edu
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