Physiology
The degree program in physiology combines elements of a liberal education with thorough preparation in molecular, cellular and organ systems physiology. Built on a foundation of biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics, the physiology major is intended primarily for those students who wish to pursue careers in research, industry, medicine or other health-related fields for which a thorough knowledge of physiology is necessary. This major is particularly suitable for students in the life sciences who plan further studies at the graduate or professional level.
What can I do with this degree?
Graduates in physiology pursue careers in a range of industries, excelling in jobs that demand deep knowledge of human health, cellular biology and research.
Alumni work at:
- High schools and middle schools
- Hospitals and health care agencies
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Universities
- Medical schools
- Research laboratories/clinical settings
- Veterinary schools
Alumni work as:
- Cardiology assistants
- Disease control specialists
- High school and middle school teachers
- Laboratory technicians
- Nuclear medicine attendants
- Veterinary technicians
- Resource specialists