Preliminary study on the undergraduate microbiology curriculum in Cornell University

Abstract:

Cornell University, as one of the internationally renowned first-class universities, has undergone a long and complex evolution in the formation of its curriculum system. Microbiology, one of the branches of biology, offers an integrated curriculum for undergraduates and postgraduates. The curriculum for the undergraduates majoring in microbiology is complete, independent, and practical and it encompasses basic courses, core courses, and elective courses, which promotes the advanced training from low order to high order, from foundation to core, and from exploration to innovation. The teaching management is rigorous and standardized, boosting the advantages of cultivating innovative talents. The undergraduate microbiology curriculum at Cornell University can provide reference for the cultivation of top innovative talents in basic disciplines and the reform of microbiology curriculum and teaching practices in Chinese universities.