Jun 05, 2026  
DRAFT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
DRAFT 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog

Microbiology Minor

Location(s): Brookings Main Campus


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Program Coordinator/Contact

Yajun Wu, Interim Department Head
Department of Biology and Microbiology
Alfred Dairy Science Hall 228
605-688-6141

Program Information

The Microbiology minor is open to all majors and is especially appropriate for students majoring in the biological or agricultural sciences, physical sciences or science education. The minor provides students with a broad background in all facets of microbiology, preparing them to pursue careers in diagnostic and research laboratories, public health, agriculture, food industry, pharmaceutical companies, academia, governmental agencies, and the private sector. The goal is to provide a sound but varied educational experience.

Academic Requirements


A minimum GPA of 2.0 must be maintained in the major courses.

Electives


Select additional courses prefixed MICR.  Credits: 14

Total Required Credits: 18


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