Biology

 
Head of Biology - Pn. Boon @ Embun Elli

What is biology?

Biology is the science that deals with living things. It is broadly divided into zoology, the study of animal life, and botany, the study of plant life. Subdivisions of each of these sciences include cytology (the study of cells), histology (the study of tissues), anatomy or morphology, physiology, and embryology (the study of the embryonic development of an individual animal or plant). Also included in biological studies are the sciences of genetics, evolution, paleontology, and taxonomy or systematics, the study of classification.

Pursuing a career in biology can be immensely rewarding and exciting. Studying biology teaches us to ask questions, make observations, evaluate evidence, and solve problems. Biologists learn how living things work, how they interact with one another, and how they evolve. They may study cells under a microscope, insects in a rainforest, viruses that affect human beings, plants in a greenhouse, or lions in the African grasslands. Their work increases our understanding about the natural world in which we live and helps us address issues of personal well being and worldwide concern, such as environmental depletion, threats to human health, and maintaining viable and abundant food supplies.

POTENTIAL CAREERS WITH A BIOLOGY DEGREE:

Bioanalyst Bioethicist Biological Photographer Biotechnologist Clinical Data Processor Conservation Officer Dentist Ecologist Environmental Educator Fish and Game Warden

Florist Food Technologist Forensic Scientist Forester Health Physicist Journalist/Editor Marine Biologist Medical Illustrator Medical Writer Mortician Optometry Park Naturalist

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative Physician Research Biologist Science Librarian Science Technician Soil Conservationist Technical Sales Representative Technical Writer Wildlife Manager

The Road to success

     At Lakehead University volunteer positions are available for students to gain experience.

     Working as a Teaching Assistant is a great way to gain experience. Duties may include attending prep meetings, helping with lab set-up and clean-up, giving introductory lab talks, being available in the lab to assist students, assist in invigilating marking and setting up exams

     Professors also often are in need of Research Assistants, and to check out these opportunities talk to your professors directly.

    Develop strong computer, mathematics, and verbal and written communications skills.

Join professional associations and community organizations to stay abreast of current issues in the field and to develop networking contacts.

   Read scientific journals related to your area of interest.

   Maintain a high grade point average to improve chances of graduate and professional school admission.

    Become familiar with the specific entrance exam for graduate or professional schools in your area of interest.

Secure strong relationships and personal recommendations from professors and/or employers

 

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