Biology

You’re passionate about life in all its forms. You want to know more about the biology of animals, plants, bacteria and viruses. You’re curious about the complex web of organisms that thrive in our local lakes and forests. Maybe you have a dream of researching the causes of modern diseases and their cures, or maybe you’re looking for the first step towards medical school, pharmacy school or another health-related professional program.

A biology degree from Lander University will open doors to a wide variety of career opportunities for you. Here, you’ll build a strong foundation in biology through hands-on learning in the lab and out in the field. Our students can be found testing water samples out at Lake Greenwood, tracking the movements of our local wildlife and presenting at regional and national conferences. Whether your next step is your future career or an advanced degree, Lander will help you fine tune your research skills, and build an impressive portfolio of academic work that will help you stand out among the competition.

Jason Lee
Department Chair

864-388-8360  |  jlee@lander.edu  |  Science Building SC377

Workforce Ready

Whether your future workspace is the lab, a classroom, a national park or a hospital, a biology degree from Lander University will get you where you want to go. Here are a few career options that are possible for our graduates:

• Conservationist, protecting biodiversity and natural resources
• Food scientist, contributing to food safety and production research
• Wildlife specialist, sharing science-based information with the public
• Lab technician, assisting scientists in breakthrough research
• Genetic counselor, helping individuals make informed decisions about their health

We also offer the following pre-allied health programs so you can fulfill specific course requirements before applying to a professional health care program:

• Pre-Dental Medicine
• Pre-Medicine
• Pre-Occupational Therapy
• Pre-Optometry
• Pre-Pharmacy
• Pre-Physical Therapy
• Pre-Veterinary Medicine

Lander also has a slate of graduate degrees that will unlock even more career potential.

The Career Promise

At Lander University, we promise that you will find a job within the first 60 days of graduation. If you don’t, we want you to work for us. We believe in what we teach, and we know our students are set up for success. That’s our Career Promise to Lander graduates: if you aren’t able to find a job within 60 days of graduating, Lander will hire you as a graduate assistant and guarantee your admission into the Lander graduate program of your choice.*

*To qualify for this program, students must graduate from Lander within four years and earn a grade-point average of 3.0 or higher. Additional admissions requirements may apply for specific graduate programs.

Outside the Classroom

At Lander University, learning isn’t limited to the traditional classroom space. Here are some ways our students take their learning to new levels:

At Lander University, learning isn’t limited to the traditional classroom space. Here are some ways our students take their learning to new levels:

• Internships: Gain real-world experience and make professional connections, all while earning credit towards your degree program. Our faculty have relationships, in Greenwood and beyond, that can help you find the right internship for you.
• Travel as Education: Experience another culture for yourself by living and studying abroad. Or join your classmates and professors on a short-term study tour.
• Research: Lander regularly sends our students to regional and national conferences to showcase their research projects. Students also have the opportunity to participate in the annual Academic Symposium, held on campus each spring.