The Natural Sciences Area major allows students to combine appropriate upper-level courses in two different areas of natural science. Students may bridge biology and chemistry, chemistry and physics, or some other combination as long as the curriculum forms a coherent whole. The major prepares students for careers in various health sciences, such as medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, and more, providing that the introductory courses chosen by the student include those prescribed for admission to these professional schools.
Students selecting the Natural Sciences Area major can also go on to graduate study in natural science. In some cases, they may have to take some additional prerequisite coursework for graduate school admissions, depending on courses completed as part of the major.