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
Science & TechnologySharks win pivotal victory, thanks in part to FIU scientists
Nov 18, 2022
Campus & CommunityProfessor knows equity in the classroom and equity in the country are intertwined — that’s why he’s changing education
Nov 17, 2022
Science & TechnologyConservation experts
Nov 15, 2022
Science & TechnologyBiscayne Bay Experts
Oct 21, 2022
Science & TechnologyInstitute of Environment deploys teams after latest fish kill in Biscayne Bay
Oct 21, 2022
Science & Technology3 decades in the Arctic affirm need for long-term monitoring
Oct 19, 2022
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