The Florida Board of Governors has named FIU a Preeminent State Research University. Learn what makes FIU preeminent
Department of Biological Sciences
We are conducting research to address the greatest challenges of our time and train the next generation of biologists. We are breaking new ground in the field — from coral reefs in the Florida Keys to mangroves in the Everglades to tropical rainforests around the world — as well as in our cutting-edge laboratories, providing training and research opportunities in a variety of disciplines.
Degrees & Programs
- BA in Biological Sciences
- Tracks: Allied Health Profession; Health Policy, Environmental Policy and Pre-Law; Science Communication; Bioentrepreneur
- BS in Biological Sciences
- Forensic Biomolecular Biology Track
- Pre-Health Curricula
- BS in Biological Sciences with Honors
- BS in Biological Sciences: Biology Education
- BS in Biological Sciences: Quantifying Biology in the Classroom
- BS in Marine Biology
- BS in Marine Biology with Honors
- BS in Marine Biology with Honors
- Minor in Biology
- Minor in Marine Biology
Support Our Students
A scholarship fund has been established in the name of Retired Professor John C. Makemson to benefit undergraduate students conducting research in the biological sciences. Learn about Dr. Makemson's impact on our department and contribute to his award.
News
- Biological Sciences
Ph.D. student’s research will help protect sea turtles, marine communities
Dec 21, 2021 - Biological Sciences
FIU alumnus awarded prestigious NSF CREST postdoctoral research fellowship
Nov 8, 2021 - Biological Sciences
How to celebrate a green Halloween
Oct 28, 2021 - Announcements
2021 FIU ForEverglades Scholarship Awardees
Oct 28, 2021 - Biological Sciences
Can long-lasting Styrofoam boxes incubate sea turtle eggs?
Sep 28, 2021 - Biological Sciences
Up Close: Tom Frankovich
Sep 27, 2021
Events
Upcoming events will be posted here.
Contact Us
Department of Biological Sciences
MMC: 11200 SW 8th Street, OE 167
Miami, FL 33199
Tel: 305-348-2201
BBC: 3000 NE 151st Street, MSB 350
North Miami, FL 33181
Tel: 305-919-5500
biology@fiu.edu