Biology II: Biology of Organisms (BIO 152E/BIO 152LE)
Biology II is an online course with both laboratory and lecture components. It will introduce you to the fundamental principles that unify diversity of organisms. This includes evolutionary theory, ecology, human anatomy and histology, the evolution of organ systems, and the normal functioning of the human organism. These courses will prepare you to pursue degrees in numerous healthcare disciplines, including pharmacy, physical therapy, physician assistant, and optometry.
Prerequisites: Biology I: Cell and Molecular Biology (BIO 151E/BIO 152LE) or equivalent
MCPHS also offers Biology I. Please visit our Biology I (BIO 151E/BIO 152LE) prerequisite page for more information.
Course Format
Biology II (BIO 152E/BIO 152LE) is an online, asynchronous, self-paced course that includes both a 3-credit lecture session and a 1-credit laboratory session. This course does not have specific meeting times or deadlines. You will complete your assignments on your schedule over 16 weeks using Blackboard, an online learning platform. You will also have the support of an instructor, as well as 24/7 online tutoring as you progress through the coursework. After completing this course, you will receive a final letter grade and be able to request an official transcript from our Registrar’s Office. Please note: Students can register for the lecture, the lab, or both. Registration is separate for each of these courses.
Course Cost
Courses run at a rate of $500 per credit hour. The School of Professional Studies offers reduced tuition options to new MCPHS students.
Students who have not previously taken coursework at MCPHS are eligible to receive a 50% reduction in the cost of tuition for one course. Please complete the discount code form to receive the discount code.
Degree applicants who have been admitted to a degree program and paid their enrollment deposit are eligible to receive a 50% reduction in the cost of tuition for any prerequisite course that the Admission Office has indicated must be completed before starting the degree program. Please contact the Admission Office at 617.879.5964 (Boston), 508.373.5607 (Worcester), or 603.314.1701 (Manchester) for more information.
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Accreditation
MCPHS is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
We suggest that students purchase their course materials after registering and gaining access to their course. Detailed instructions will then be provided.
The lecture course requires a webcam and the following textbook:
Urry LA, Cain ML, Wasserman SA, et al. 2021. Campbell Biology 12th Edition. Pearson: New York, NY
The lab uses Labster, an online virtual lab software. You will have access to this as part of your course fee and it will be available to you while you are enrolled in the course.
Students can receive a full tuition refund if they drop a course within five business days of registering. Course changes will also be allowed during this five-day window.
After the five-day window closes (and up until the course's completion date), students may choose to withdraw from the course without a refund. This would result in a "W" on their student record.
Students should use a computer to interact with the course content rather than a mobile device, iPad, or Tablet. Please confirm you have the minimum computer specifications by reviewing the technology requirements for MCPHS before registering for your course.
It is the student’s responsibility to ensure they have all the required resources needed to access the course material and software.
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"I would highly recommend the Biology II course. I found the course to be incredibly informative, interactive, and organized. The lectures were well-paced and the visuals helped explain complex concepts."
Muhammad Ibaad Faisal | Biology II Lecture and Lab