College of Arts and Sciences
Department of Biological Sciences
www.kent.edu/biology

About This Program

The Microbiology minor gives students an understanding of biology and the broader impacts of microorganisms, as well as specialized knowledge of the role of microbiology in medicine and environmental science.

Contact Information

• Edgar Kooijman | ekooijma@kent.edu |
  330-672-8568
• Speak with an Advisor

Program Delivery

• Delivery:
  • In person
• Location:
  • Kent Campus

Admission Requirements

Admission to a minor is open to students declared in a bachelor’s degree, the A.A.B. or A.A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree (not Individualized Program major). Students declared only in the A.A. or A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree in Individualized Program may not declare a minor. Students may not pursue a minor and a major in the same discipline.

Program Requirements

Minor Requirements

Graduation Requirements

• Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be upper-division coursework (30000 and 40000 level).
• Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be outside of the course requirements for any major or other minor the student is pursuing.
• Minimum 50 percent of the total credit hours for the minor must be taken at Kent State (in residence).

The following Biological Sciences (BSCI) courses may NOT be used in the elective category for majors or minors in the Department of Biological Sciences:

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge about the biology of microorganisms, including physiology, cell biology, genetics, evolution, diversity and ecology of microorganisms.
2. Apply knowledge about microorganisms to issues in medicine, environmental science, public health or industry.
3. Read scientific reports and evaluate and communicate scientific data collected in the field of microbiology.
4. Acquire experience in laboratory procedures used in culturing and identifying microorganisms.