Biology and Physical Education Curricula
Biology and Physical Education curricula offer students the opportunity to study the structure and function of living systems, from the complexity of cellular components to whole organism dynamics to ecosystem design. Four majors are available, each with a different focus and unique employment opportunities.
Biology
The discipline offered by Norwich has been priceless as a veterinary student both in and out of the classroom. The professors did a first-class job preparing me for a professional education program and service profession.
The Bachelor of Science in Biology prepares students for admission into graduate, medical, optometry, dentistry, and veterinary medical schools, as well as for immediate employment in the areas of environmental science, biotechnology, and teaching. Recent graduates are engaged in all of these areas.
A core curriculum of science, mathematics and English courses ensures development of appropriate analytical and communication skills. Rounding out the major, seven free biology electives and 11 totally free electives allow students to mold their programs to meet specific career goals and develop one or more minors and/or double majors. A special Pre-medical Committee oversees our Pre-medical/Pre-dental track and assists in the placement of our graduates. Anyone interested in teaching biology can build in an education minor, including student teaching, to meet all criteria necessary for licensure.
Physical Education
The Bachelor of Science in Physical Education prepares students for immediate employment or graduate work in the areas of physical education, coaching, and/or working in health centers and recreation facilities. Students are provided with the opportunity to fulfill all instructional, assessment and organizational competencies for licensure in Vermont with an endorsement in Physical Education for grades K-12. PRAXIS I and PRAXIS II examinations are required for all teacher licensure candidates. Vermont licensure is reciprocal in most other states, especially in the eastern United States. Partnerships have been established with Barre Town Elementary School for grades K-8 and Union 32 Jr-Sr High School for grades 7-12, so that students can be exposed to hands-on learning. The physical education program includes a minor in biology as part of its science core. A minor can also be declared in coaching.
