Overview of Major
The Department of Integrative Physiology, located within the College of Arts and Sciences, proudly offers a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree. Our undergraduate program integrates knowledge from various life sciences, allowing students to explore organisms as dynamic systems composed of molecules, cells, tissues, and organs. The curriculum emphasizes understanding whole-body function and its relevance to human health and disease.
Below are some essential resources that will help you understand the major in greater detail:
- CU Catalog: Updated annually, this catalog is a comprehensive guide to all academic offerings at the University of Colorado Boulder.
- Overview of the IPHY Program: Provides a detailed look at the IPHY program.
- List of IPHY Courses: A complete list of courses available within the IPHY major.
- The IPHY major packet: This is your go-to reference for all details regarding the major.
- Suggested 4-year plans: These plans are designed to help you stay on track for a timely graduation.
- IPHY Program Goals: Outlines the knowledge and skills you will acquire by the end of the program.
- Frequently Asked Questions: Answers to commonly asked questions about the major.
Customize Your Degree
The major offers several ways to tailor the IPHY degree program to your specific interests and chosen career path. Certificates and minors allow you to demonstrate proficiency in additional academic disciplines. Departmental honors and other forms of research involvement can provide you with critical thinking skills and technical expertise in a specialty of your choosing. A variety of teaching opportunities can equip you with communication and leadership skills. Internships can allow you to experience a work environment and build practical skills related to your chosen profession. Education abroad can provide you with a wider perspective, along with language and cross-cultural skills. The Bachelor's-Accelerated Master's degree program allows you to distinguish yourself pursuing both undergraduate and graduate degrees while performing research with a single faculty mentor.
