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Biology Degree

Explore Life Through Biology

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Biology Programs

Study living organisms through cell structure, anatomy, physiology, and biological systems courses. Gain hands-on experience formulating research questions, designing experiments, and analyzing data. 

A biology degree lays the groundwork for careers in healthcare, research, environmental science, and beyond.

Barry the Baron holding a 3D printed model of a bacteriophage.

RCBC biology students conduct groundbreaking virus research, earn national recognition

Students interested in research at »Æ¹ÏÊÓÆµ (RCBC) participated in collecting, isolating, naming, and annotating unique bacteriophages (viruses that infect bacteria) through the Science Education Alliance-Phage Hunters Advancing Genomics and Evolutionary Science (SEA-PHAGES) program during the 2025-26 academic year.

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Discover the science of life through hands-on learning in RCBC's state-of-the-art labs. Our Associate of Science in Biology prepares you for transfer to a bachelor's program and careers in healthcare, research, environmental science, and more.

Why Choose RCBC?
  • Gain practical experience through laboratory coursework and research opportunities.
  • Study topics ranging from cellular biology to ecology.
  • Save on your bachelor's degree through RCBC's 3+1 Biology pathway with Rowan University—complete three years at RCBC and one year at Rowan University.
  • Prepare for careers in:
    • Healthcare and laboratory sciences
    • Molecular biology and microbiology
    • Environmental science and research

Whether you plan to continue your education or launch a career in the life sciences, RCBC's Biology program provides the knowledge, experience, and support to help you succeed.