Concentrations – Life Sciences | Soka University of America Life Sciences An Interdisciplinary Approach The Life Sciences concentration features an interdisciplinary curriculum that provides a solid foundation in the sciences with courses that embody the latest discoveries in biology and chemistry and a pedagogy that challenges students to apply what they have learned to realistic scenarios. Within the Life Sciences concentration, students practice science through authentic research experiences that train students in experimental design, data collection and analysis, and scientific communication. Video: A closer look at Life Sciences at Soka University Learning Outcomes When Life Sciences students graduate, they should be able to Demonstrate technical laboratory skills through the generation of novel data in the context of authentic course-based research, Demonstrate problem-solving and experimental design skills, Acquire and synthesize scientific knowledge, Communicate science effectively. Opportunities One goal of the Life Sciences concentration is to prepare students for post-graduate study in medical and affiliated health fields (dental, veterinary, pharmacy, etc.) or graduate study toward a doctoral degree in the sciences. In addition, students should be well-prepared to directly enter the workforce after graduation in biotechnology, basic or medical research, or pharmaceutical careers as laboratory technicians. Students will also be able to use their scientific training in diverse careers, such as those related to policy, communication, law, forensics, education, and food science. Areas of Focus Biochemistry Genomics and Genetics Biology Pre-Health Course Offerings Take a look at courses offered in the Life Sciences concentration. Health Professions Advising Prepare to apply for medical school or health profession programs. Opportunities Explore our special academic programs when you’re ready for something more. Highlights View highlights of the Life Sciences concentration. Life Sciences Jobs Visit our jobs page for current openings Our Faculty and Staff Meet the people behind the concentration. Marie and Pierre Curie Hall The science building is staffed with a mix of faculty that includes six newly hired science faculty, along with additional professors from a variety of disciplines to make for an exciting and interdisciplinary intellectual environment. The state-of-the-art 91,370 square-foot facility includes five teaching labs, 14 research labs, a lecture hall, and a mix of office and interaction spaces. Curie Hall features wide hallways and large windows with expansive views of the Soka campus. Undergraduate News Inside the Classroom: Five Students on What They're Learning This Spring Mar 13, 2026 Across Desert Trails and Rocky Shores: A Learning Cluster Takes Students Into Southern California’s Ecosystems Feb 13, 2026 From Office Hours to Published Book: Faculty-Student Collaboration Spans a Decade Feb 13, 2026 Explore More in Undergraduate Studies Concentrations General Education Curriculum