Integrative Biology Emphasis

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Integrative Biology

If you want to study many subfields within biology and possibly expand the boundaries of what is considered biology, the IB emphasis will work well with your undergraduate goals.

The Integrative Biology Emphasis is available for both BA and BS degrees:

BA Degree BS Degree

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The Department of Biology is one of many outstanding departments in the College of Liberal Arts at UM. Alongside support from the department, students benefit from the College of Liberal Arts Student Services Advising Office, located nearby in George Hall. Their office supports students in nearly every aspect of their academic journey, from course planning and career guidance to helping them navigate university resources and opportunities for success.
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Complementary Minors or Double Majors

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Bachelor of Business Administration in General Business

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Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry

Investigate the composition, properties and reactions of all substances.

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Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

Pursue new knowledge through a broad range of the chemical sciences.

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Bachelor of Science in Data Science

Recognizing the increasing need for data-savvy professionals, the University of Mississippi School of Engineering is launching a new Bachelor of Science degree program in data science.

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Minor in Disaster Sciences

Understand disaster preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery.

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Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurship

From launching a start-up to working within an existing business, you’ll have the tools and outlook to prepare you for the rigors of corporate America.

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Minor in Environmental Studies

There is no planet B.

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Minor in Neuroscience

Understand the neural underpinnings of behavior.

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Minor in Professional Writing

Gain the skills most desired by employers.

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Minor in Society and Health

Understand the socioeconomic, cultural, and psychological factors associated with human health.

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Student Organizations

Getting involved in campus organizations during your undergraduate years is a great way to enhance your learning, make new friends, and establish connections that can help you move forward in your career. Consult the ForUM Registered Student Organizations listing or the GivePULSE Center for Community Engagement page for information about the groups below and others.

TriBeta is the National Biological Honor Society. This society is particularly for undergrad students and is dedicated to improving the understanding and appreciation of biological study and extending boundaries of human knowledge through scientific research.

University of Mississippi Minority Association of Successful Scientists will run and extend the mission to diversify the biomedical field by providing unique and focused both scientific and professional development opportunities. ACR also serves as a promotion for the University of Missisisppi Biomolecular Sciences Affinity Groups. ACR is an extension of the Biomolecular Students Association (BSA) within the department of Biomolecular Sciences School of Pharmacy.

Society for Integrative and Comparative Biology

Related Careers

Behavioral Ecologist
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Climate Change Analyst
Environmental Consultant
Environmental Planner
Epidemiologist
Fermentation Scientist
Fisheries Consultant
Food Safety
Natural Resource Manager
Restoration Ecologist
Urban Ecologist
Water Quality
Wildlife Biologist
Epidemiologist
Science Writer
Policy Analyst

Integrative Biology Emphasis