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The Department of Statistics (DepStat) offers the Bachelor of Science in Statistics program. DepStat also prides in its expert services in design of experiments and sample surveys, statistical analyses to students and researchers of VSU, as well as those from other universities and colleges, government agencies and non-government organizations. The Department also conducts trainings on statistical methods and statistical analyses to interested clients.

Vision, Mission & Goals

Course offered

Bachelor of Science in Statistics

The BS Statistics Program Components

Theory
- Mathematical statistics
Data Collection and Analysis
- Survey sampling
- Experimental designs
- Time series analysis
Statistical modeling
Statistical Computing

The BS Statistics Program at VSU

Provides students with a thorough understanding of the theory and applications of statistics using varied statistical software
Taught by highly qualified faculty in Statistics (3 with PhD in Statistics, 2 with MS in Statistics, and 2 with BS in Statistics )
With state-of-the-art Statistical Computing Laboratory installed with licensed Stata software and freeware (R)
Can be completed under a low cost of living and low tuition fee of P6,000.00/semester
Offered by one of the most scenic universities in the country

Employability of Statistics Graduates

Hired in various industries for:

Generating data
Accumulating large amount of data
Using these data in making business decisions

Absorbed in all sectors:

Government (official statistics, planning, policy-making)
Academe (instruction and research)
Financial sector
Pharmaceuticals
Market research
Manufacturing (quality control)
Global support service centers (as programmer, modeler, data manager, and data miner)

The Department of Biotechnology (BioTech) of the Visayas State University is the first institution in Visayas and Mindanao to offer Biotechnology as an academic program. The Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology was first offered in 2011 and was formerly a joint program of the College of Arts and Sciences and the College of Agriculture and Food Science of the Visayas State University until 2015. It was later on established as a separate department in July 2016. The BS in Biotechnology program aims at training students in experimental and theoretical tools used in bioprocess engineering, molecular biology, plant biotechnology and medical research. Since its establishment, the department has created its own curriculum for two major fields; Industrial and Plant biotechnology, to develop professionals in these fields and send out excellent human resources to both domestic and international institutions.

Vision, Mission & Goals

Degree Offerings

Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT AGENDA

BIOTECH is on the pursuit of excellence in the application of biotechnology to target the most pressing issues of today focusing on agriculture, health and environment.
In line with this, the faculty of BIOTECH are involved in research projects directed towards the molecular discovery of selected indigenous medicinal plants for treatment of Diabetes milletus; development of immune-based detectors for genuine Philippine Carabao mango; and development of immune-based ELISA kits for detection of β-lactam antibiotics in poultry. The on-going projects of the department are focused on physico-chemical characterization of various root crop tubers for increased utilization and product development options; and development of microbial inoculants for micronutrient mobilization to improve growth, yield and nutritional value of various rootcrops. These projects are done in partnership with the PhilRootcrops and Tuklas Lunas Development Center, Visayas State University. These partnerships, in addition to linkages with PCHRD, DA-Biotech, ICP and PSBMB, compose the network of BIOTECH.

On-going projects

1. Physico-chemical characterization of various root crop tubers for increased utilization and product development options.
2. Development of microbial inoculants for micronutrient mobilization to improve growth, yield and nutritional value of various rootcrops

The Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry (DoPAC) is offering two undergraduate degree programs: the Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Chemistry (BSAC) and the Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (BSC). In tandem with the Department of Education, it is also offering Masters in Education with major in Physcial Sciences as well as graduate courses in Chemistry for M.S. Food Technology students.

Vision, Mission & Goals

Courses Offered

Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Chemistry
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry

The Department of Mathematics and Physics (DMP) is mandated to offer all courses in mathematics and physics in college and senior high school. It also offers the Bachelor of Secondary Education program with two major fields--Mathematics and Physical Sciences--jointly with the Department of Science Education of the College of Education.

Vision, Mission & Goals

Courses Offered

Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics

The Department of Liberal Arts and Behavioral Sciences at VSU is a service department that takes care of all General Education (GE) courses of all students enrolled in various degree programs.

Vision, Mission & Goals

Degree Offerings

Bachelor of Arts in English
Master of Science in Language Teaching

Sections

English
Filipino
Social Science

Courses/Subjects Offered

The Department of Biological Sciences is a conglomeration of four sections: Botany, Genetics, Microbiology and Molecular Biology, Marine Biology, and Ecology. It offers the Bachelor of Science in Biology program with its three major fields of specialization: Marine Biology, Botany and Ecology.

Together with the Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry and the College of Education, the department is also offering Bachelor of Secondary Education major in Chemistry-Biology. It is also jointly offering Bachelor of Science in Agriculture major in Agricultural Botany, with the College of Agriculture. The Department also offers two graduate programs: Master of Science major in Botany and Master in Biology (MBio) which is a non-thesis Graduate program offered in partnership with the Leyte Normal University Graduate School. This latter program aims to upgrade the academic qualifications of tertiary faculty members of state colleges and universities.

Vision, Mission & Goals

Degree Offerings

Bachelor of Science in Biology with majors in:
Marine Biology
Botany
Ecology
Master of Science in Botany

Sections

Genetics, molecular biology and microbiology
This section includes three related disciplines on the molecular aspect of the cell, focusing on gene expression and regulation and molecular techniques and analysis; biotechnology applications; and techniques in culture and identification of microorganisms with emphasis on bacteria and microscopic fungi. This section also offers graduate subjects for the Master in Biology (MBio) program.
Ecology
The ecology section serves a variety of undergraduate students, including both biology majors and non-majors throughout the university. This section deals with courses on terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems and resource conservation and management. Field work and conservation and assessment of status of different types of ecosystems focusing on nearby areas in Leyte are also introduced through this section.
Botany
This section strives for excellence in teaching in plant physiology and development, ecology and systematics which includes plant identification and training on herbarium preparation and plant conservation. Instruction is also enhanced through access with the botanical garden and herbarium situated in the department.
Marine Biology
This section provides interdisciplinary background in marine biology through traditional courses and experimental learning programs further enriched by access to the Marine/ Aquatic laboratory situated at the lower campus and modern field equipment for terrestrial and aquatic sampling and research. This section also conducts Marine Resource Assessment and Monitoring, Participatory resource, ecological and livelihood assessment, Water analysis, Open-water SCUBA lead by a resident faculty of the department, environmental education and training, marine sanctuary establishment and coastal resource management.

Facilities

The facilities of the Department include the main building that houses 2 lecture and 4 laboratory rooms, 1 herbarium, 1 green house, 1 preparation room containing modern laboratory equipment, conference room and library and 10 faculty offices. The department has access to the Marine Laboratory with modern equipment for aquatic sampling research with underwater documentation facilities, speedboat and SCUBA diving gear.

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The Department of Veterinary Paraclinical Sciences consists courses including Microbiology, Virology and Parasitology.

Sections

Paraclinical Sciences

Bacteriology/Epidemiology
Immunology/Virology
Parasitology/Pathology
Public Health

Course Offerings

Paraclinical Courses

- Microbiology

- Virology

- Parasitology

- Pathology

Major Offering: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

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The Department of Basic Veterinary Sciences consist of the Basic Veterinary Medicine courses such as Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology and Zootechnics. In terms of courses, the DVBS consists of subjects that are taken up in the third and fourth year DVM students.