B.s. in Biology

School of Biology

Admission profile

Applicants to this academic program must have the following qualities:

• Basic knowledge of biological sciences, research methodology, study techniques, social sciences, and humanities.
• Technological and communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of a second language
• Observation, analytical, and creativity skills.
• Interest in logic, math, dialogue, and writing skills.
• Concern about self-learning, and teamwork.
• Understanding and practicing values such as ethics, and social responsibility.
• Respect for nature and interest in preserving the environment.

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Admission requirements

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Graduation profile

Purpose:

To educate bachelors of biological sciences who have a comprehensive profile in managing environmental projects, natural resources, protected natural areas, animal protection, public health, and farm activities. They will be capable of practicing as consultants of environmental problems and work collectively to solve environmental issues within a sustainable approach.

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General skills

Instrumental skills

1. Following self-learning strategies at the different levels and fields of knowledge, which enables effective decision-making in personal, academic, and professional areas.
2. Using logical, mathematical, iconographic, verbal, and non-verbal language for the ecumenical interpretation and expression of ideas, feelings, and theories.
3. Employing information and communication technologies for accessing information that eventually becomes knowledge as well as promoting learning and collaborative work through innovative techniques, having a constructive involvement in society.
4. Mastering the mother language in spoken and written form, learning to communicate correctly and adapt messages to specific contexts in order to disseminate ideas and scientific knowledge.
5. Analyzing natural events and social movements through creative logical thinking in order to propose relevant decisions according to social responsibility and the graduate’s own professional field.
6. Speaking a second language, especially English, for proper communication in common, academic, professional, and scientific settings.
7. Making academic and professional proposals based on the best global practices in different disciplines to encourage collaborative work.
8. Applying new and traditional research methodologies for personal development and knowledge generation.

Personal and interpersonal skills

9. Committing to cultural and social diversity while complying with the integration principle to promote spaces of harmonious coexistence for local, national, and international contexts.
10. Facing emerging social challenges with a critical approach and academic-professional commitment in order to consolidate the general wellbeing as well as sustainable development.
11. Practicing UANL values in personal and professional settings: truth, equity, honesty, freedom, solidarity, respect for life and others, peace, respect for nature, integrity, ethics, and justice, contributing to a sustainable society.

Consolidating skills

12. Making innovative proposals based on a holistic understanding of reality to help overcome global challenges.
13. Taking a dedicated leadership in encouraging significant changes to fulfill social and professional needs.
14. Solving problems in academic and professional areas through specific techniques for proper decision-making.
15. Adapting easily to uncertain social and professional environments to have better living conditions.

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Specific skills

1. Evaluating biological processes to support the creation of basic and applied knowledge.
2. Designing biological projects for the preservation of ecosystems and promoting sustainable development of society.
3. Interpreting theories of evolution for a sustainable development
4. Applying environmental policies for the preservation of ecosystems at national and international stages
5. Promoting flora and wildlife conservation as well as appropriate use of biotic resources through different methodologies aimed at resolving environmental problems.
6. Finding alternative solutions for environmental problems through biological consulting.

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Graduation requirements

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Accreditations

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