Biology as a Foundation for Your Career
Career development is actually built-into our undergraduate curriculum from the first year through the senior year making our students more competitive. With over 85 different lecture and laboratory courses in cancer biology, regenerative biology, restoration ecology, and in-depth study of the microbial world, UD biology majors can explore a fascinating range of subjects, engage in undergraduate research opportunities with top-flight faculty, and prepare themselves well for further study or directly entering the workforce.
As a matter of fact, in the last ten years, over 98% of UD Biology alumni have successfully obtained employment or are now pursuing advanced degrees in the healthcare professions or graduate studies. Many of these alumni work in the fields of medicine, dentistry, industrial and pharmaceutical research, teaching, veterinary science, physical therapy, pharmacy, nursing, anesthesiology, environmental and patent law, entrepreneurship, public health, and government positions.
Upon completion of an undergraduate or graduate biology degree here at UD, you will possess a professional resume or curriculum vitae, oral presentation skills, hands-on experience, and analytical and computer skills valued by employers, graduate schools and professional schools.
Learn more about careers:
Career FAQ Career Seminar UD Career Resources Internships Biotechnology/Bioinformatics
Environmental Professions Non-traditional Careers Health Professions
Miscellaneous Career Links Teaching Career Professions U.S. Dept. of Labor Job Boards