BS BIOLOGY PROGRAM LEVEL 3 ACCREDITATION. 

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Established in 2007, the BS Biology Program has for 17 years:

 Comprehensive Coverage: The program offers a broad curriculum covering various biological sciences topics. 

 Theoretical and Practical Learning: Combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience through laboratory work and field studies. 

 Sustainability and Innovation: Emphasizes sustainability and innovation in biological research and applications.

Continuous Curriculum Updates: The Biology Department must regularly update its curricula to keep pace with technological advancements and globalization. Collaboration with Industry Partners: The department collaborates with industry partners like CHED, other universities, and stakeholders to gain insights into the skills and knowledge employers seek. Relevance and Practicality: By collaborating with industry partners, the department ensures that its programs are relevant and prepare students for real-world applications.. 

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Continuous Curriculum Updates: The Biology Department must regularly update its curricula to keep pace with technological advancements and globalization.  Collaboration with Industry Partners: The department collaborates with industry partners like CHED, other universities, and stakeholders to gain insights into the skills and knowledge employers seek.  Relevance and Practicality: By collaborating with industry partners, the department ensures that its programs are relevant and prepare students for real-world applications.

UNIVERSITY
VISION
A LEADING
COMPREHENSIVE
POLYTECHNIC
UNIVERSITY IN ASIA
MISSION
ADVANCE AN INCLUSIVE,
EQUITABLE, AND GLOBALLY
RELEVANT POLYTECHNIC
EDUCATION TOWARDS
NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
STRATEGIC COALS
Pillar 1: Teaching and Learning
sc 1: Curricula ard Instruction
2: Ems»were-d, Expert, and Productive
Faculty Memrwrs
SC 3: Holistic Student Developrnent
Pillar 2: Research and Extension
SC R
Di"emination,
utilization
SC S: Sustainable a nd Impactful
Extension Program
SC 6: Expanded and Extension Networks
with Local, National, and International Partners
Pillar 3: Internal Governance
SC 7:
SC 8: and Ethical Stewardship Of physical
Financial
SC 9: Effective and Efficient Human Resource
Management
sc 10: Excellent Citizen/client satisfaction
SC Smart Campuses
CORE VALUES
NTEGRITY AND
ACCOUNTABILITY
ATIONALISM
ENSE OF SERVICE
ASSION FOR LEARNING
AND INNOVATION
NCLUSIVITY
ESPECT FOR HUMAN RIGHTS
AND THE ENVIRONMENT
XCELLENCE
EMOcQACY
"MULA SA'YO, PARA SA BAYAN"

The Biology Department has undergone curriculum revisions in 2011, 2018, and most recently in 2022. The current 2022 revised curriculum is now in use. To cater to diverse interests and career paths, the BS Biology program offers three distinct tracks: Plant Track, Animal Track, and Microbiology track. These tracks incorporate emerging fields like bioinformatics, genomics, and environmental science into the curriculum, ensuring that students are equipped with the latest knowledge and skills in these areas.. 

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The Biology Department has undergone curriculum revisions in 2011, 2018, and most recently in 2022. The current 2022 revised curriculum is now in use. To cater to diverse interests and career paths, the BS Biology program offers three distinct tracks: Plant Track, Animal Track, and Microbiology track. These tracks incorporate emerging fields like bioinformatics, genomics, and environmental science into the curriculum, ensuring that students are equipped with the latest knowledge and skills in these areas.

The curriculum and instruction of the BS Biology program foster 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and creativity through ongoing curriculum revision and the adoption of active learning strategies that promote student engagement and collaboration. In addition to updating the content, the department emphasizes lifelong learning and adaptability, equipping graduates with the resilience and innovation necessary to navigate and succeed in an ever-changing landscape.. 

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The curriculum and instruction of the BS Biology program foster 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and creativity through ongoing curriculum revision and the adoption of active learning strategies that promote student engagement and collaboration.  In addition to updating the content, the department emphasizes lifelong learning and adaptability, equipping graduates with the resilience and innovation necessary to navigate and succeed in an ever-changing landscape.

Learning Skills
critical thinking
creativity
collaboration
communication

The faculty employed alternative teaching strategies that are effective in both online and face-to-face settings to enrich student learning. Blended learning Flipped Classroom Peer Teaching Differentiated Instruction. 

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The faculty employed alternative teaching strategies that are effective in both online and face-to-face settings to enrich student learning.  Blended learning Flipped Classroom Peer Teaching Differentiated Instruction

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By integrating these strategies with a suitable, conducive environment, the faculty creates a dynamic learning experience that transcends the boundaries of online and face-to-face instruction, fostering engagement and deeper understanding.

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Biology graduates have achieved significant success in the scientific community. Many have pursued advanced degrees and established successful careers in healthcare, contributing to vital sectors such as public health, clinical research, and pharmaceuticals.. 

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Biology graduates have achieved significant success in the scientific community. Many have pursued advanced degrees and established successful careers in healthcare, contributing to vital sectors such as public health, clinical research, and pharmaceuticals.

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Thank you!. Prepared by: Arnel O. Rendon, Chair, Program Accreditation for Curriculum and Instruction Ivy Joy R. Saen, Co-Chair, Program Accreditation for Curriculum and Instruction Reviewed by:	Carmelita P. Mapanao, Chairperson, Department of Biology Approved by:	Dr. Lourdes V. Alvarez, Dean, College of Science. 

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Prepared by:

 Arnel O. Rendon, Chair, Program Accreditation for Curriculum and Instruction

 Ivy Joy R. Saen, Co-Chair, Program Accreditation for Curriculum and Instruction

 Reviewed by:	Carmelita P. Mapanao, Chairperson, Department of Biology

 Approved by:	Dr. Lourdes V. Alvarez, Dean, College of Science