Program Benefits

• Small class sizes for personal attention from the faculty.
• Internship opportunities are available locally as well as overseas through GO! short-term trips.
• Research opportunities with individual faculty.
• Mentorship & advising to best prepare for graduate school and entry exams.
• Alumni network of established and like-minded believers in the healthcare field.
• Earn a minor in Biblical Studies through our unique Biblical liberal arts curriculum.
• Eligible for all undergraduate scholarships and aid.

Core Courses

Studies in environmental biology focus mainly on lab courses and fieldwork experiences, which prepare our students for in-demand technical, research, or consultant positions in the field. We are committed to producing students who are exemplary witnesses for Christ, and we teach every class on the unshakable foundation of Scripture. Students graduate ready to excel in their chosen fields and to defend their faith as well-equipped and intellectual professionals.

Core Courses (41 Units)

• CH151 General Chemistry I*
• CH152 General Chemistry II*
• CH351 Organic Chemistry I*
• LS151 Organismic Biology*
• LS220 Research Methods
• LS252 Cell Biology*
• LS342 Genetics and Genomics*
• LS372 Origins
• LS420 Seminar in Biology
• LS422 Senior Capstone
• MA260 Elementary Statistics
• One of the following:
  • PS251 General Physics I*
  • PS211 College Physics I (with PS251 lab)
• One of the following:
  • PS252 General Physics II* (3, 1)
  • PS212 College Physics II (with PS252 lab)

*With corresponding lab. (Ex: take CH151 w/ CH151L).

Cellular & Molecular Biology Emphasis Courses (64 Units)

• LS318 Conservation Biology & Sustainability*
• GS452 Environmental Geoscience*
• Additional requirements
• CH352 Organic Chemistry II*
• GS150 Essentials of Geology*
• GS152 Historical Geology*
• GS251 Mineralogy*
• GS452 Environmental Geoscience*
• LS302 Comparative Anatomy*
• LS312 Animal Physiology*
• LS341 Ecology*
• LS346 Marine Biology*
• LS348 Bio. Field Studies
• LS355 Parasitology*
• LS362 Medical Microbiology*
• LS375 Vertebrate Paleontology*
• LS428 Research in Biology
• One of the following:
  • LS241 Ecology and Environmental Science*
  • LS341 Ecology*

*With corresponding lab.

Graduation Requirements

Please refer to the degree checklist for complete details. This example checklist is from the 2025-26 academic catalog.

SCRIPTURE SET (21 units)*

• B101,2 Old Testament Survey I, II
• B121 Essentials of Christian Thought
• B201,2 New Testament Survey I, II
• BTH321,2 Christian Theology I, II

WORLDVIEW AND SKILLS SET (40 Units)**

• C100 Spoken Communication
• E110 English Composition
• ECN200 Essentials of Economics & Society
• H211,2 Essentials of World History I, II
• H230 Essentials of U.S. History
• Literature Elective
• Literature Survey
• LS150 Essentials of Biology (or GS150 Essentials of Geology) + Lab
• MA240 Critical Thinking & Quantitative Analysis
• MU190 Essentials of Music & Art
• P311 Essentials of Philosophy
• POL220 U.S. Government

**Depending on the student’s major, specific G.E. requirements allow for substitutions. 

*Students transferring with ≥ 61 total units may need to satisfy fewer than 7 Bible G.E. courses as evaluated and confirmed by the Registrar’s Office before starting the student’s first undergraduate semester. All other students must satisfy all 7 Bible G.E.

• Complete a minimum of 121 semester units of credit.
• Complete a minimum of 40 semester units in upper division courses. Includes 300 & 400 level courses.
• Satisfy all General Education requirements.
• Complete the required curriculum for the chosen major’s field(s) of study.
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.00 (cumulative) in all TMU Courses. Some majors have different GPA requirements.
• Complete a minimum of 32 semester units at TMU, not including Directed Studies coursework.
• A maximum of 12 units can be transferred to complete degree requirements after the last 12 units taken at TMU.

Program Learning Outcomes

Biological Sciences Core Program Learning Outcomes

• Employ the methods of science to solve research questions.
• Employ a knowledge of cell structure and function to analyze and interpret scientific data
• Apply taxonomy, phylogeny, and diversification of living organisms to analyze and interpret scientific data.
• Apply the principles of inheritance and use genomes to compare organisms and diagnose disease.
• Integrate Scripture and science to explain God’s revealed Truth.
• Employ mathematical tools to analyze data and solve research questions (B.S. Core only).

Environmental Biology Program Learning Outcomes

• Analyze an ecosystem to identify relationships among organisms and that environment.
• Evaluate conservation strategies to identify consequences on the ecosystem.

Minors & Interdisciplinary Studies

Most students will complete a minor in Biblical Studies by default by completing the 24 units in their GE classes and upper-division requirements across four years at TMU. In addition to their major, students can also complete a minor in any of these programs by completing the required 15-27 units, depending on the minor: Accounting, Biblical Studies, Biology, Business Administration, Communication, Computer Science, Education, English, History, Global Studies, Kinesiology & Physical Education, Mathematics, Music, and/or Political Studies.

Students may also take the B.A in Interdisciplinary Studies. This major allows students to design their own major by specializing in three areas of their choice, including Biology Studies.

To achieve the minor in Biblical Studies, students must complete 24 Bible Units.

• B101,2 Old Testament Survey I, II  (6)
• B121 Essentials of Christian Thought (3)
• B201,2 New Testament Survey I, II (3)
• BTH321,2 Christian Theology I, II (3)
• Bible Elective (3)

Student Success

Our services aim to educate and equip students for success in the ever-changing global workforce. From career advising to assessments, workshops, and career fairs, we provide the support needed to explore, plan, and thrive in the job market. Connect with us to take the next step toward your future career.

• Career Center
• Academic Resource Center

Graduates of the Environmental Biology program generally pursue careers in the following fields: