Biotechnology, Undergraduate Certificate
Department of Biological Sciences
College of the Environment, Forestry, and Natural Sciences
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To receive an undergraduate certificate (at least 15 units) at Northern Arizona University, you must complete a planned group of courses from one or more subject matter areas with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0.
Please be aware that federal financial aid is not available for some certificates, if the certificate is pursued and completed as a stand-alone certificate (i.e., not completed concurrently with a degree program). See the "Details" tab for additional information.
In addition to University Requirements:
- Complete individual plan requirements.
Students may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement. Contact your advisor for details.
| Minimum Units for Completion | 23 - 25 |
| Additional Admission Requirements | Required |
| Fieldwork Experience/Internship | Fieldwork Experience/Internship is required. |
| Research | Required |
Additional Admission Requirements
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Individual program admission requirements over and above admission to NAU are required.
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- Students must be accepted into the Biotechnology Certificate Program between the sophomore and junior year. Contact the Biology Office for details.
Certificate Requirements
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Take the following 23 - 25 units:
- BIO 408 or CHM 408C (2 units)
- BIO 485 or CHM 485 (3 units)
- STA 270 or STA 275 (3 units)
- CHM 320 (3 units)
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For the remaining 12-14 units:
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Select at least two courses with an advisor's approval from the following (6-8 units):
Select two courses with an advisor's approval from the following (6-8 units):and
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Select additional courses from the following (6 units):
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This certificate may only be pursued and completed concurrently with a degree program. This certificate is not available as a stand-alone certificate.
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Be aware that some courses may have prerequisites that you must also successfully complete. For prerequisite information, click on the course or see your advisor.