PREPARE FOR YOUR FUTURE IN... WHAT CAN YOU DO TO GET READY? HEALTH PROFESSIONS: High school students interested in any of the IB concentrations should: • • • • • • Physician Veterinarian Physical therapist Dentist Optometrist Chiropractor ENVIRONMENTAL PROFESSIONS: • Ecologist • • • • • Epidemiologist Marine scientist Conservation biologist Wildlife biologist Pathogenic microbiologist BIOTECHNOLOGY • • • • • Water and soil microbiologist Environmental restoration biologist Agricultural biologist Toxicologist Forensic scientist « Take as many of the biology, chemistry, and mathematics courses available at your high school as you can. « Obtain a strong high school foundation in science courses, rather than focusing on AP or Dual Enrollment credit in general education disciplines. « Take whatever opportunities exist at your high school to improve your study skills and study habits. « Volunteer at a zoo, park, veterinarian’s office, aquarium, or conservation organization. « Pursue hobbies that provide useful skills, such as scuba diving. EDUCATION: • School teacher, • Zoo biologist, • Aquarium biologist • Theme park biologist • Museum educator THE STUDY OF LIFE Department Contact Information Hours: M-F 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Phone (813) 974-6210 http://biology.usf.edu/ib From cells to micro- and macroorganisms, populations, communities, and ecosystems. Undergraduate Advising Office BioAdvise SCA 203 Phone: 813.974.3250 Email: bioadvise@cas.usf.edu http://biology.usf.edu/bioadvise Integrative Biology 4202 E. Fowler Avenue • Tampa, FL 33620 813.974.3250 DEPARTMENT OF INTEGRATIVE BIOLOGY (IB) BIOLOGY DEGREE CONCENTRATIONS ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY TRACKS IB courses emphasize the anatomy, physiology, ecology, and evolution of organisms. These courses integrate the study of life, from cells to micro- and macro-organisms, populations, communities, and ecosystems. The Department of Integrative Biology offers three degree concentrations: • Integrative Animal Biology, • Marine Biology, and • Environmental Biology. ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY All majors complete a specific background in two critical areas of modern biology: Genetics and Ecology. Students also complete coursework for their major that is selected to meet their chosen concentration requirements, and their personal interests and career goals. Students graduate prepared for employment or further study, with a strong background in Biology and the supporting disciplines of Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics. Exceptional students are encouraged to participate in Undergraduate Research, which may be applied to their major requirements. IB faculty research interests include gene transfer, genomics and epigenetics, microbial physiology and biogeochemistry, environmental microbiology, parasite-host and predator-prey interactions, ecological immunology, biomechanics and functional morphology, ecological toxicology, marine and freshwater ecology, ecosystem and landscape ecology, conservation and restoration ecology, global change biology, and life-history evolution. Ample opportunity exists to develop individual study plans within each of the concentrations. INTEGRATIVE ANIMAL BIOLOGY Students specialize in the study of animals. Coursework focuses on the structure and function of invertebrates, humans, or other vertebrates. The Integrative Animal Biology concentration allows students interested in professional or graduate school to take a variety of coursework. Environmental Biology has two tracks. • Environmental Microbiology • Ecology and Biodiversity ENVIRONMENTAL MICROBIOLOGY Students specialize in the study of the roles that microorganisms play in the environment. Coursework focuses on the diversity of microorganisms and their functioning within natural systems. Coursework within the Environmental Microbiology Track can lead to ASM certification. ECOLOGY AND BIODIVERSITY MARINE BIOLOGY Students specialize in the study of life in the oceans. Coursework focuses on the unique marine environment and the nature of the organisms that inhabit the oceans. The specialized Marine Biology concentration requires students to meet high standards for admission and retention. Students specialize in the study of how organisms interact with the environment, and how they adapt to changing environments. Coursework focuses on ecology, evolution, and conservation. Students interested in plants should work with advisors to develop a study plan within the Ecology and Biodiversity track. Visit our us at http://biology.usf.edu/ib/
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