Overview

The curriculum for the B.A., Biology program at California State University Northridge has been reviewed by the American Chemical Society (ACS) and meets its requirements for approved programs.

Student Learning Outcomes

Students will:

Demonstrate basic knowledge in the following areas of chemistry: analytical, biochemistry inorganic, organic, and physical.

Organize and communicate scientific information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.

Effectively utilize the scientific literature, including the use of modern electronic search and retrieval methods, to research a chemistry topic or to conduct chemical research.

Work effectively and safely in a laboratory environment, including the ability to follow experimental chemical procedures and maintain a proper lab notebook.

Effectively utilize modern chemical instrumentation to obtain data and perform research.

Perform qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis, including the application of computer technology for such analyses.

Describe the impact of chemistry on our world, including the environment, the economy, and medicine.

Demonstrate an ability to determine the scientific validity of a claim that pertains to consumer products, the environment, or the life sciences.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biological Principles

General Chemistry

Calculus for the Life Sciences

Mechanics

Electricity and Magnetism

Cell Biology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-08-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-05-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-01-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-10-31 00:00:00 , International

More details

National Students:

FALL admission: December 15

SPRING admission: August 1

Language

English

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

50

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TOEFL^® IBT

61

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biology Microbiology View 690 other Bachelors in Microbiology in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

50

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TOEFL^® IBT

61

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

You have earned a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 grading scale, or an average of "B" grades on an "A - F" letter grading scale. (CSUN will convert your international GPA when you apply for admission.)

You have met our English language requirement

Complete online application at Cal State Apply

A $70.00 (US currency) non-refundable application fee

Affidavit of Financial Support and bank statement

All OFFICIAL secondary-school records, including certificates, examination grades, degrees or diplomas in original language of issue. Your records must include official verification of high school completion. Applicants who have studied in the U.S. are also required to have the U.S. institution(s) send official transcript(s) directly to CSUN.

Official English translations of all academic records, including certificates, degrees or diplomas

A copy of your passport photo page

Tuition Fee

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International

12608 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12608 USD per year during 48 months.
National

12608 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12608 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

7064 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7064 USD per year during 48 months.

Yearly tuition fee for seven or more units per semester.

Living costs for Los Angeles

1520 - 2570 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for B.A., Biology.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

United States / Merit-based

Scholarship in Ecology, Behavior, and Natural History Honoring Jim Dole and Betty Rose

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