Biology
The physiology concentration is ideal for healthcare, research, or medical professions. Prepare for diverse opportunities.
Biology, Physiology Concentration, B.S.
The College of Behavioral and Health Sciences at MTSU offers the Bachelor of Science degree in biology with a concentration in physiology. The physiology concentration is for students interested in professions in healthcare, biomedical research, or anatomy and physiology. Students in the biology physiology concentration learn how bodies work and how that activity integrates with the anatomy of the organs, tissues, cells, and molecules of the body. Physiology programs prepare students for medical, dental or pharmacy school, or physician assistant programs. They also prepare students for graduate school programs or work in biomedical research, clinical research, or forensic or medical testing. It is also a suitable background for those interested in medically related industries such as pharmaceutical or medical device sales, tissue donation/recovery, or M.S. programs for becoming a prosthetist/orthotist.
Biology majors at MTSU need to declare a concentration in one of five areas:
- Microbiology
- Physiology
- Genetics and Biotechnology
- Organismal Biology and Ecology
- 6-12 Teacher Licensure
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the study of physiology?
Physiology explores how the body's structures (from the level of cells to whole organ systems) function together to maintain life.
What is biology physiology?
What is the difference between anatomy and physiology?
What can you do with a physiology degree?
A physiology degree will provide you with a deeper understanding of how the body functions from the cellular level through to the level of organ systems. It is great preparation for careers in healthcare, medical diagnostics, pharmaceutical or medical-device sales, and biomedical research.
What jobs can you get with a physiology degree?
A physiology degree will prepare you for employment in biomedical research, and pharmaceutical or medical-device sales. It will also prepare you for admission to professional schools, which can lead to careers in healthcare, including dentistry and medicine.
News Briefs
Two MTSU biology faculty land $1M NSF grants to support research projects
Since earning an R2 designation as a “doctoral university: high research activity” in spring 2022, Middle Tennessee State University has continued to boost research — most recently with Department of Biology assistant professors Liz Barnes and Donny Walker each landing $1 million National Science Foundation grants. The funds are awarded through the NSF’s Faculty Early Career Development Program, also known as CAREER grants, and comes [ Read More ]
News Briefs
Two MTSU biology faculty land $1M NSF grants to support research projects
Since earning an R2 designation as a “doctoral university: high research activity” in spring 2022, Middle Tennessee State University has continued to boost research — most recently with Department of Biology assistant professors Liz Barnes and Donny Walker each landing $1 million National Science Foundation grants. The funds are awarded through the NSF’s Faculty Early Career Development Program, also known as CAREER grants, and comes [ Read More ]
Biology, Physiology Concentration, B.S.
A degree in biology is a “foundation degree”—a direct door-opener for a large number of careers, as well as a crucial first undergraduate step on the path toward those careers that require additional graduate training.
Examples include
- Agricultural scientist
- Animal behaviorist
- Bio-engineer
- Desert ecologist
- Medical laboratory tech
- Medical librarian
- Microbiologist
- Molecular endocrinologist
- Park ranger
- Safety manager
- Science teacher
- State park resource ecologist
- Toxicologist
- Virologist
- Wildlife biologist
- Zoo biologist
Employers of MTSU biology/physiology alumni include
- Aegis Sciences Corporation
- American Red Cross
- Area High Schools
- Arnold Air Force Base
- Austin Peay State University
- Biomimetic Therapeutics
- Bristol-Myers Squibb Co.
- Center for Disease Control and Prevention
- Covance
- Cytometry Associates
- Environmental Science Corp.
- Erlanger Medical Center
- GenHunter Corporation
- ICON Clinical Research
- Jack Daniels Distillery
- Local Community Colleges
- Merck and Co.
- Monsanto
- Oak Ridge National Laboratory
- Pathgroup Laboratories
- Pfizer Inc.
- Tennessee Bureau of Investigation
- Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency
- USDA
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Vi-jon
MTSU’s Career Development Center
MTSU offers a comprehensive Career Development Center that serves students throughout the full student experience and beyond. They collaborate with faculty and staff to equip students with the tools to be marketable to the world of work and continuing education.
Students can schedule an appointment or check online resources and job boards at mtsu.edu/career.
Students can find current internship opportunities by talking to faculty and visiting the University job and internship board called Handshake.
Wondering what you can do with your major? Check out our What Can I Do with A Major In guides.
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