With a BS in Physiology from SPU, you’ll gain a strong foundation in how living systems work, preparing for careers in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, veterinary care, or graduate studies in physiology.
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When you major in Physiology at SPU, you’ll gain a strong foundation in biological science, studying how the human body — its cells, tissues, and systems — functions. This physiology degree equips you with the knowledge to understand how body components work together.
Career Opportunities
After graduation, you’ll be on your way to serving in a position such as:
- Biochemist
- Agricultural researcher
- Food technologist
- Biomedical engineer
- Physician
- Dentist
- Veterinarian
- Food industry specialist
- Forensic scientist
- Pharmacist
Courses and Requirements
For a bachelor of science in Physiology, you will be required to take a minimum of 102 credits, including at least 35 upper-division biology credits. Review all of the , as well as a .
If you are interested in pre-professional health sciences training or graduate school, consult your faculty advisor as early as possible to determine what other courses in chemistry, physics, and mathematics that you should take to meet the demand of your plans or career goals.
Completion of a Capstone experience is required for graduation. The Capstone experience may be completed by either taking BIO 4615 (Bioethics) during your senior year, or by collaborating with a faculty member on an investigation that requires a formal proposal (BIO 4978 Biological Research Proposal), and original research and presentation of results (BIO 4979). You are urged to begin your research as early as possible, as there is a three-credit minimum. No more than six credits of courses numbered from BIO 4900 through 4999 may be applied to this major.
To apply to the BS in Physiology major, you must make a formal application through your Degree Status Check page in Banner.