Concentration Requirements: Animal Behavior & Neurobiology (before FS 07)
Requirements for students (freshman or transfer) whose first semester enrolled at MSU was BEFORE FS 07.
If the first semester enrolled at MSU was FS 07 or later, or for requirements for other concentrations, click here.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
This concentration does not appear on your diploma or transcript. Your
diploma and transcript will indicate that you finished the BS (Bachelor of Science) in
Zoology.
Requirements:
The following list is for informational purposes. Students are expected to check with their advisor at least once each year to discuss program planning and course selection.
In addition to the concentration requirements listed below, remember that you must also complete requirements imposed at the University and College levels to receive the Bachelor of Science (BS) Zoology.
| Complete all of the following courses: | |||
| Course | Course Title | Semester Offered | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZOL 313 | Animal Behavior | F, S, U | 3 |
| ZOL 341 | Fundamental Genetics | F, S, U | 4 |
| ZOL 402 | Neurobiology | F, S | 3 |
| ZOL 415w | Ecological Aspects of Animal Behavior | S | 3 |
| ZOL 320 | Developmental Biology | F | 4 |
| Complete one of the following courses: | |||
| Course | Course Title | Semester Offered | Credits |
| ZOL 328w | Comparative Anatomy & Biology of Vertebrates | S | 4 |
| ZOL 306 | Invertebrate Biology | F | 4 |
| Complete one of the following courses: | |||
| Course | Course Title | Semester Offered | Credits |
| ZOL 445w | Evolution | F | 3 |
| ZOL 355, 355Lw | Ecology, Ecology Lab | F, U KB | 3,1 |
| ZOL 457w | Foundations of Evolutionary Biology | S | 3 |
| ZOL 483w | Environmental Physiology | S | 4 |
| (F = Fall, S = Spring, U = sUmmer, KB = Kellogg Biological Station) | |||
Tier II Writing In The Major: Complete any two approved Zoology courses (marked with a “w“) that include writing.
Zoology Electives: Additional credits in upper level (300 or above) Zoology courses will be needed to reach the minimum of 33 credits in upper level Zoology courses necessary for the BS degree. These Zoology elective courses must be approved in advance and in writing by the student's academic advisor. Appropriate courses from other departments may be applied as Zoology electives only with the written consent of your advisor. Please schedule an appointment with a Zoology advisor to discuss your Zoology electives.
Pre-vet students:
Additional courses, including BMB 401 (4) (or BMB 461 (3) and 462 (3)), are required for admission to MSU's College of Veterinary Medicine. See the MSU CVM Admissions web page and consider making an appointment with one of the CVM Admissions advisors.