The BA in Biology at UVA offers a comprehensive introduction to the molecular, cellular, organismal, and ecological aspects of life. Designed for students interested in the life sciences and pre-med pathways, the program balances theoretical learning with lab-based inquiry. Topics include genetics, evolution, physiology, and ecosystems, while providing flexibility for interdisciplinary minors or second majors. Research, internships, and study-abroad options expand student experience beyond the classroom. Graduates are well-equipped for careers in healthcare, education, environmental management, or graduate studies in biological and biomedical sciences.
DNA barcoding for biodiversity assessment in local ecosystems
Lab investigation of antibiotic resistance in bacterial cultures
Behavioral study of pollination patterns in native bees
CRISPR gene-editing simulation in model organisms
Field research on amphibian population dynamics in wetlands
Molecular analysis of cancer-related gene mutations
Development of a bioinformatics pipeline for genome annotation
Photosynthesis efficiency comparison across plant species
Ecological survey of invasive species in Appalachian forests
Population genetics study of freshwater fish in Virginia rivers
Microbiome analysis of soil samples from urban gardens
Investigating epigenetic changes in response to environmental toxins
Growth response experiments in plants under salinity stress
Simulation of predator-prey dynamics in closed environments
Modeling disease transmission using SIR models
Comparative embryology of vertebrate development stages
Analysis of gene expression data from fruit fly experiments
Exploring mitochondrial inheritance patterns across generations
Nutritional ecology of migratory bird species
Creating educational biology kits for K–12 outreach
Build a strong foundation in life sciences with UVA’s flexible and research-driven Biology BA.
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