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Entomology BSES



Overview

The Entomology major is a thorough, science-based, applied and basic biology curriculum that prepares students for careers in almost every field of the life sciences, including Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, Environmental Biology, Systematics, Vector Biology/Medical-Veterinary Entomology, Pest Management, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology. An Entomology degree prepares students for careers as scientists in industry, academic institutions, the military, or governmental agencies, by providing them with a broad background that spans the many facets of insect biology. Programs within our Department encompass all levels of biological organization from the molecular level to ecosystems. In addition to training in modern methodologies of classical entomology, the Department has special emphasis areas in Insect Biology, Biological Control, Molecular Entomology and Environmental Entomology.

The degree provides an excellent background for advanced studies in many other fields, including environmental health, industrial hygiene, toxicology, public health, epidemiology, ecology, and environmental engineering, and will satisfy entrance requirements for professional degree programs such as medicine, veterinary medicine, dentistry, optometry and pharmacy. Students who successfully complete the program of study receive the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences (B.S.E.S.) degree. The degree program is nationally accredited and is the only undergraduate Entomology degree offered in Georgia. Prospective students are welcome to contact the Entomology Undergraduate Student Coordinator for an introduction to undergraduate programs in entomology.

Double Dawgs

This major is part of a Double Dawgs pathway: Entomology BSES/Entomology MS For more information, go to doubledawgs.uga.edu

Contact

Kelly Carruthers Academic Professional, Entomology kelly.carruthers@uga.edu 706-542-0802

Four-Year Program of Study

Four-Year Program of Study

The following program of study provides a path for students to complete this degree program in four years.

Fall Year 1

Area IV World Language & Culture Course

CHEM 1211-1211D  General Chemistry I 3
    AND  CHEM 1211L  General Chemistry Laboratory I 1
ENGL 1101  English Composition I 3
FYOS 1001  First-Year Odyssey Seminar 1
MATH 1113  Precalculus 3
Spring Year 1

Area IV World Language & Culture Course

BIOL 1107  Principles of Biology I 3
    AND  BIOL 1107L  Principles of Biology I Laboratory 1
CHEM 1212-1212D  General Chemistry II 3
    AND  CHEM 1212L  General Chemistry Laboratory II 1
ENGL 1102  English Composition II 3
Summer Year 1

N/A

Fall Year 2

Area IV World Language & Culture Course

BIOL 1108  Principles of Biology II 3
    AND  BIOL 1108L  Principles of Biology II Laboratory 1
CHEM 2211-2211D  Modern Organic Chemistry I 3
    AND  CHEM 2211L  Modern Organic Chemistry Laboratory I 1
ENTO(BIOL) 2010  Insects and the Environment 3
Spring Year 2

Area VI Math or Science Course

BCMB 3100  Introductory Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 4
COMM 1110  Introduction to Public Speaking 3

PEDB Requirement

POLS 1101  American Government 3
Summer Year 2

N/A

Fall Year 3

Area VI Math or Science Course

ENTO 4000/6000-4000L/6000L  General Entomology 4

Major Elective

Choose 1 course(s) from the following:

HIST 2111  American History to 1865 3
HIST 2112  American History Since 1865 3
Spring Year 3

Area V Social Science Course

ENTO Required Course

ENTO Required Course

General Elective

Major Elective

Summer Year 3

N/A

Fall Year 4

ENTO Required Course

ENTO Required Course

Major Elective

Major Elective

Spring Year 4
ENTO 3650  Medical Entomology 3
    AND  ENTO 3650L  Medical Entomology Lab 1

ENTO Required Course

ENTO Required Course

Major Elective

Summer Year 4

N/A

University-Wide Requirements

Link: University-wide Requirements