Medical schools also expect a broad background in the liberal arts such as is provided by Biola’s program in general education. In addition, Biola’s biblical and theological studies requirement and its integration of a biblical perspective in all courses equips the prospective Christian health professional in mind and character to impact the world for Jesus Christ. A Pre-Medical Advisory Committee helps prepare students for the rigorous process involved in applying to medical school. In particular, students are assisted in their preparation for medical school interviews. Information about the Pre-Medical Advisory Committee and Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is available from the secretary in the Science Building. For further information, please consult with either the Department of Biological Science or the Department of Physical Science. Other Post–Graduate Health Professional Programs Many students are interested in careers in areas such as veterinary medicine, pharmacy, optometry, medical technology, podiatry, toxicology, public health and nutrition. Entry into many of these programs does not necessarily require a B.A. / B.S. degree, but it is often advised or is the norm. Each of these areas has its own required basic science and general education courses; the student is advised to determine these from the catalogs of the schools of interest. In general, Biola offers all of the prerequisite courses necessary for gaining acceptance into these programs. Information on several of these programs is available in the Science office or on the Pre–Medical Advisory Committee bulletin board.
English, History and Social Science with a concentration in Political Science.
For a Christian planning a career in the legal field, Biola’s curriculum composed of an undergraduate major, general education and a biblical studies requirement provides a solid foundation. The 30–unit biblical studies program contributes a biblical and theological framework on which to build a Christian perspective on the practice of law, especially in the areas of values and ethics. The implications of a Christian worldview are further developed in the general education curriculum, which can be customized for the pre–law student. The following is recommended Following the recommendations of the American Bar Association, the pre–law student is urged to select the courses listed below in partial fulfillment of the General Education requirement.
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American Literature I Introduction to Logic
Units: 3
ENGL 281
Units: 3
PHIL 210
Introduction to Philosophy
Units: 3
PHIL 214
Survey of American Government
Units: 3
POSC 225
Additional recommendations
Additional courses can supplement preparation depending on the student’s individual areas of interest.
For further information about the LSAT or about the pre–law program at Biola, please see Professor Dave Peters in the Department of History, Government & Social Science in Sutherland Hall.
Pre–Engineering
Pre–Law
Biola’s pre–engineering program is a 3 + 2 cooperative degree completion program in which a student takes three years of classes at Biola, including the foundational science and mathematics courses of a typical engineering program. In addition, the student takes the biblical studies and general education courses to meet Biola’s requirements. Biola has a formal arrangement with the University of Southern California that permits the student, if qualified, to complete the remaining two years of an engineering curriculum at USC and receive both the Bachelor of Science degree from Biola in Engineering Physics, and the Bachelor of Engineering degree from USC. Some students in this program elect to transfer to an engineering school other than USC; students interested in this option should contact the school of their choice no later than the beginning of their sophomore year.
Each year a number of students come to Biola anticipating a career in law. Law schools are seeking students with excellent reading comprehension, strong analytical and critical thinking skills, the ability to write clear and effective prose, oral communication skills and experience in serving other people. They also seek students who have a breadth of knowledge that includes an understanding of history, human behavior, and social and political institutions. The successful completion of a challenging undergraduate program and a high score in the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) is the most appropriate preparation for law school. The American Bar Association does not recommend any particular undergraduate major as primary preparation for law school. At Biola, pre–law students have chosen from a variety of majors since many law schools look for diversity in the backgrounds of their students. Traditional paths to law school include majors in Business, Communication,
The student interested in this program should major in physical science with a concentration in pre–engineering.
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