Bachelor of Science in Biology

Since its offering approximately four decades ago (Approved by the Board of Regents (BOR) through BOR Res. No. 10, s. 1978; Minutes of the First Meeting, p. 12, Vol. v, of the BOR of the University of Southern Mindanao, held at the Department of Education and Culture, Manila, 19 May 1978), the BS Bio Program of the University of Southern Mindanao achieved the Level IV re-accredited status by the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP), Inc. on 01 March 2020. Now, it is seeking Level IV re-accreditation after this status expired on 28 February 2025. This re-evaluation of the program is reflected in the five (5) year Quality Assurance Plan of USM. This exemplifies commitment of the university to quality education. 

The Quality Assurance Plan for Academic Years 2023 to 2028 was developed by the University Quality Assurance Center (UQAC) of USM. This is a comprehensive document that serves as a roadmap for the University’s quality assurance initiatives. This plan clearly defines the overarching role of UQAC, outlines its organizational structure, and specifies the functions and responsibilities of its various departments. It also details standard processes, quality assurance plans tailored for each academic program, and the current status of USM’s quality assurance system. Lastly, the plan provides a clear direction for ISO 9001:2015, identifying priorities and strategies to continuously improve academic and administrative performance in alignment with the University's strategic goals toward the attainment of Philippine Quality Award for Performance Excellence (Level 4) in 2028.