Biological Sciences (BS)

Webster University and the University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy (UHSP) in St. Louis have teamed up to create an accelerated pathway for students. This innovative program allows students majoring in Biological Sciences at Webster University to streamline their journey towards becoming a Doctor of Pharmacy at St. Louis College of Pharmacy at UHSP.

Key Benefits:

• Accelerated Pathway: Students can complete their Bachelor of Science degree while beginning their Doctor of Pharmacy studies, reducing the total program duration by one year. 📚🩺
• Time and Cost Savings: This pathway helps students save both time and money by shortening the overall length of their academic journey. ⏳💰

This program offers a unique opportunity for Webster University students to advance their careers in pharmacy more efficiently. 🚀

Students who complete the Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences will be able to:

• Integrate Scientific Principles: Combine biological, chemical, physical, and mathematical principles to design and execute independent research projects. 🧬🔬🧪
• Communicate Effectively: Present current scientific ideas clearly and effectively in both oral and written formats to a diverse audience. 🗣️📝
• Critical Thinking and Assessment: Critically evaluate and quantitatively assess innovative, global research within scientific disciplines. 🌍🔍

To earn a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, students must complete a minimum of 120 credit hours, including:

• 57 Required Credit Hours: Core courses in biological sciences and related fields 🧬📚.
• Global Citizenship Program Credit Hours: As part of the university’s requirements 🌍📖.
• Electives: Additional courses to explore other interests or deepen specialization in biological sciences 🎨🔍.

For more details on the general degree requirements, please refer to the Baccalaureate Degree Requirements section under Academic Policies and Information in the catalog 📘.