Degree in Biology

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The Bachelor's Degree in Biology at the University of La Laguna offers comprehensive training in the study of living beings, from their molecular foundations to their interaction with the environment.

The profession of biologist has the status of a regulated profession, having been recognized as such by the State through the creation of the Official College of Biologists (COB) (Law 75/1980, of December 26) with legally recognized professional competencies, which are included in the COB Statutes.

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The Bachelor's Degree in Biology is aimed at students interested in the study of life in all its manifestations: origin and evolution, diversity, structure and functioning, the laws that govern them, and the relationships of living beings with each other and with the environment. The student profile is that of a person with analytical and synthetic skills, observational and deductive abilities, creativity and innovation, a rigorous critical sense, and an interest in research. High school subjects such as mathematics, physics, and chemistry are highly recommended. Knowledge of English is also recommended.

Career opportunities

The profession of biologist has the status of a regulated profession, with legally recognized professional competencies, which are set forth in the Statutes of the Official College of Biologists.

Among the professional fields in which they can develop their activities are:

  • Research and development, in research and development centers of companies, industries, and hospitals.
  • Healthcare: clinical laboratories, human reproduction, public health, nutrition and dietetics, and animal and plant health.
  • The pharmaceutical, agri-food, and chemical industries, performing tasks in technical, production, and quality management areas.
  • The agricultural sector: optimization of plant, animal, and fungal crops and the search for new exploitable living resources.
  • The environment: land use planning, conservation, and monitoring; management of forest, agricultural, and marine resources; environmental impact assessment; and restoration of the natural environment.
  • Information and dissemination in museums, natural parks, the press, and the media in general.
  • Teaching in secondary and higher education centers.

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July 26, 2024 - 09:24 UTC

The University of La Laguna is participating in the rehabilitation of the Masonic Temple of Santa Cruz de Tenerife

July 28, 2023 - 09:39 UTC

Provisional resolution of the applications admitted and excluded in the extraordinary call for access to the degrees of the Faculty of Fine Arts by the modality of change of university and/or Spanish and foreign university studies for the 2023-24 academic year

June 1, 2023 - 12:40 UTC

Final resolution of access by transfer 2023-24 of the Faculty of Fine Arts

01 Feb 2023 - 12:18 UTC

Provisional list of students admitted and excluded for Erasmus+ mobility for the 2023-24 academic year at the Faculty of Fine Arts

November 17, 2022 - 11:34 UTC

Resolution of the Commission with instructions for the 2022 University Senate elections, student sector
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