What You'll Learn
Biotechnology is a field that is seeing tremendous job growth as healthcare, industrial, and agricultural sectors seek innovative solutions to meet consumer demands. As a biotechnologist, you will manipulate genes and cells to design products and methods that are useful and beneficial. Consider this interdisciplinary minor as a complement to other science-related majors to prepare for careers in this growing field. In this program, you will take courses in chemistry, biology, and computer science to gain the technical expertise and critical thinking skills needed to use biotechnology well. You will gain hands-on experience with DNA analyses, cell culture, bioinformatics, gene cloning, and making transgenic organisms.
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Off-campus Programs for Biology Students
Every year, Calvin biology students go on off-campus trips where they live and study abroad for a few weeks or even an entire semester. Here are just some of the places you might go. (Note that not every program is offered every year.)
Ecology and Culture of the Maori Nation
The small island nation of New Zealand is one of the world’s most remote nations and the last major landmass to be settled by humans.
Dutch Sustainability: Is Orange the New Green?
When faced with sustainability challenges, the Dutch have always innovated their way towards a more stable and resilient environment.
Tropical Ecosystems: Conservation and Development in Belize
How can successful conservation protect the well-being of local people? How can that work also preserve the natural ecosystem?
Real-world research in your first year
A highlight of biology at Calvin is our phage research program for select first-year students. Learn how you can apply to do real-world research starting in your first semester on campus!
