BIOL 4135

Biology Practicum

This course is open to BIOL and ENSC-Biol majors and provides opportunities for projects and non-paid internships at several off-campus sites.  Current practicum partners include Moody Gardens (aquarium, rainforest and lab internships), Galveston Bay Foundation (field projects), Baytown Wetlands Center (field and educational internships) and PBS&J (environmental toxicology internships).

A commitment of at least 10 hours per week during the 15-week fall or spring semester, or 18 hours per week in the 9-week summer term, is required.   Prerequisites include senior standing, approval of course instructor, and interview/acceptance by practicum partner prior to registration.  Course grades are based on performance in the practicum (evaluated by practicum partner staff) and a final report written by the student (evaluated by course instructor and practicum partner).  This course satisfies the IS/Internship/Seminar requirement for ENSC-Biol majors and serves as an elective for BIOL majors.

BIOL 4135 is offered every spring, summer and fall term.

For more information on opportunities through the Biology Practicum, please contact Dr. Cindy Howard.

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