Biological Sciences
Exploring how living systems work, from cells to ecosystems.
Overview
Biological Sciences covers the structure, function, and evolution of living organisms.
Core subjects
- Cell Biology and Histology
- Genetics and Molecular Biology
- Microbiology
- Biochemistry (overview or full course)
- Physiology (animal and/or plant)
- Ecology and Evolution
- Laboratory Techniques and Experimental Design
- Biostatistics and Data Analysis
Specializations
- Biology
- Biochemistry
- Bioinformatics (pre-med)
Career paths
- Research Assistant / Lab Technologist (biological labs)
- Environmental / Field Biologist (depending on focus)
- Quality Control Assistant in biotech or food industry
- Entry-level roles in pharma/biotech sales or support
- Science Education (with teaching qualification)
- Science Communication / Outreach
- Preparation for advanced study (Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, MSc/PhD, etc.)
Study snapshot
- Duration
- Typically 3–4 years
- Workload
- High – lectures, labs, reports, exams
- Difficulty
- ★★★★☆ — conceptually rich and lab-intensive
- Practical components
- Regular lab sessions, possible fieldwork, final-year project
- Internships
- Recommended in labs, hospitals, environmental organizations, or industry
Where to study Biological Sciences in Lebanon
- American University of Beirut: Biology – $81,630
- Beirut Arab University: Biology – $17,375
- Beirut Arab University: Biology: Computational Biology Track – $17,375
- Haigazian University: Biology – $32,160
- Holy Spirit University of Kaslik: Bachelor of Science in Biology – $36,960
- Islamic University of Lebanon: Biology – $9,000 – $15,300
- Lebanese American University: Biology – $86,592
- Lebanese International University: Biology – $16,731
- Lebanese University: Biology – $240 per year
- Middle East University: Biology – $19,200 – $21,120
- Notre Dame University – Louaize: Bachelor of Science in Biology – $34,960
- University of Balamand: Biology – $25,115
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