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2025-2026 University Catalog

Biology, B.S. in Preparation for the Single Subject Teaching Credential in Science/Biological Sciences (2025-2026) - Roadmap

The roadmap outlines a recommended sequence of courses to follow in order to complete your degree in a timely manner. It is designed to take into account General Education courses and major preparation courses that will satisfy multiple requirements with one course. The roadmap suggests sequencing to ensure that you complete prerequisite courses prior to taking the higher-level course.

Year 1

Fall Semester (15 units)

Spring Semester (16 units)

Summer Semester (3 units)

Year 2

Fall Semester (16 units)

Spring Semester (16 units)

Year 3

Fall Semester (14 units)

Spring Semester (12-13 units)

Year 4

Fall Semester (14 units)

Spring Semester (13-14 units)

  • GE Explorations  Units: 3
  • Major: Lab Electives Units: 2
    • See University Catalog for specific major elective requirements and list of approved courses
  • Major Electives Units: 7
    • See University Catalog for specific major elective requirements and list of approved courses
  • Elective Units: 1-2

Degree Total (120 units)

Students applying to the college of Education’s graduate program for the Single Subject Teaching Credential in Science/Biological Sciences must be certified by the Biology department for subject matter competency. Please consult the Biology Credential Adviser in LS-135 for certification.