The degree program in physiology combines elements of a liberal education with thorough preparation in molecular, cellular and organ systems physiology. Built on a foundation of biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics, the physiology major is intended primarily for those students who wish to pursue careers in research, industry, medicine or other health-related fields for which a thorough knowledge of physiology is necessary. This major is particularly suitable for students in the life sciences who plan further studies at the graduate or professional level.
Students may also complete this major through Lyman Briggs College.
Alumni Pursuits
Graduates in physiology pursue careers in a range of industries, excelling in jobs that demand deep knowledge of human health, cellular biology and research.
Alumni work at:
High schools and middle schools
Hospitals and health care agencies
Pharmaceutical companies
Universities
Medical schools
Research laboratories/clinical settings
Veterinary schools
Alumni work as:
Cardiology assistants
Disease control specialists
High school and middle school teachers
Laboratory technicians
Nuclear medicine attendants
Veterinary technicians
Resource specialists
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January 2025
College of Natural Science
Natural Science Building,
288 Farm Lane,
EAST LANSING,
Michigan,
48824, United States
MSU strongly encourages a college preparatory curriculum in secondary school.
Minimum English requirements
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): Internet-based test: score of 79 with no sub score below 17; International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Regular admission: Score of 6.5 or higher; Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Minimum score of 53; minimum sub score requirement of 48.
Application submission deadline: Regular Admission: February 1.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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