Biological & Physical Sciences B.S. Handout
Biological & Physical Sciences
What can I do with this major?
Related Career Titles
Search for potential careers/jobs with these position titles
- Clinical Research Associate
- Clinical Research Coordinator
- Medical Technologist
- Natural Science Manager
- Forensic Scientist
- Environmental Specialist
- Data Analyst
- Hydrologist
- Secondary School Teacher
- Museum/Parks Educator
- Physician
- Dentist
- Optometrist
- Veterinarian
- Physical Therapist
- Physician Assistant
- Occupational Therapist
- Pharmacist
- Medical Research Assistant
- Public Health Specialist
Professional Organizations
Affiliate yourself with groups to network and learn about the field:
- Chemistry Club, UHD group
- The Darwin and Leeuwenhoek Society, UHD branch of American Society for Microbiology (ASM)
- Environmental Club, UHD group
- Geology Club, UHD group
- Health Professions Organization, UHD group
- National Science Teachers Association
Explore Career-Specific Websites
Graduate School Considerations
- Master of Science in Data Analytics
- Master of Arts in Teaching
- Master of Science in Technical Communication
- Master of Business Administration
- Doctor of Medicine*
- Doctor of Dentistry*
- Master of Science in Biology*
- Master of Science in Chemistry*
- Master of Science in Physics*
- Doctor of Pharmacy*
- Doctor of Veterinarian Medicine*
- Juris Doctor (Law)*
- Master of Public Health*
- Master of Science in Geosciences*
- Master of Science in Biotechnology
- Master of Science Forensic Science*
*Programs not offered at UHD
Community Partnerships
Research local organizations offering field experiences to students pursuing a Biological & Physical Sciences degree.
- Memorial Hermann
- BP
- Texas Children’s
- UT Medical Branch
- RiceTec
- Houston Zoo
- Houston Methodist Hospital
- City of Houston, Health & Human Services
- Houston Renewable Energy Group
- MD Anderson
- Baylor College of Medicine
- Lockheed Martin
- Mad Science of Houston
- Anheuser-Busch
- Bayou Land Conservancy
- Koala Sports Medicine Center
- Harris County Institute for Forensic Sciences
What is Biological & Physical Sciences?
The Bachelor of Science degree provides a broad-based curriculum in the liberal arts and the natural sciences designed to meet the career goals and interest of the student. This degree is especially appropriate for students interested in multidisciplinary areas such as environmental science, forensic science, medical technology, public health, etc., or for entry into a particular graduate program. Students interested in secondary science education may consider the degree plan with Emphasis in Teacher Certification.