Bachelor in Biology/Biological Sciences (Bachelor's)

At University of West Florida, applications for the Jan 2027 intake close on Oct 1, 2026, while tuition is Tuition and fees are subject to change and are based on residency status and credit hours taken..

This programme prepares students for careers in biological sciences through two specializations: General Biology and Biology Teaching. Students study core topics in molecular, cellular, and ecological biology with hands-on laboratory experience. The curriculum includes advanced coursework in genetics, biochemistry, and specialized areas like marine ecology and forensic biology. Graduates are ready for entry-level roles in research, industry, or teaching, or for further study.

Focus areas include General Biology, Biology Teaching, Marine Ecology, Forensic Biology, Bioinformatics and Data Science, Plant Physiology.

The programme requires 120 semester hours, including 24 hours of core biology courses, 9 hours of biology electives, and 26 hours of upper-division electives with at least two lab courses. The General Biology track includes a major GPA calculation based on upper-division courses with specific prefixes.

Graduates enter roles in research laboratories, environmental agencies, healthcare-related industries, or public high school teaching in Florida.

Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 for the Biology Teaching track and a passing score on the Florida Teacher Certification Exam's General Knowledge Test. They must also complete EDG 2041 with a grade of C- or higher.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically four years. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 57% of applicants.

The University of West Florida has grown into a public university serving more than 15,000 students in Pensacola, with additional locations at UWF Emerald Coast in Fort Walton Beach, the UWF Historic Trust in Historic Pensacola and downtown Pensacola facilities. Its main campus covers 1,600 acres, placing students a short drive from downtown Pensacola and nearby beaches. The university’s Argonaut identity carries through campus life, athletics and student activities.

Academic choice is central to the UWF experience. Students can select from more than 110 undergraduate and graduate programs, including majors, minors, certificates and graduate study across five colleges. Small class sizes and personalized attention support students as they work toward career goals, while high-impact practices and access to university resources add practical dimensions to study. Marine biology, engineering, accounting, strategic communication and leadership are among the fields represented through study and student experience.

International applicants are identified as a distinct admissions group for non-U.S. citizens seeking an undergraduate or graduate degree. The admissions process also distinguishes freshman, transfer, graduate, online and continuing-education routes, so a student’s application path depends on previous study and intended qualification. Outside class, students can join more than 130 registered organizations, attend campus events and follow 15 Division I athletic teams. Tours and a virtual tour offer views of residence halls, labs, facilities and grounds before arrival.