Can I take Anatomy and Physiology as a non-bio major??

Pre-Med & Medical School Pre-Med Topics
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<p>First of all, I know this might not be the most relevant forum to put this in, but I'm sure you guys in the premed section would know the best about taking upper-level classes as a non-bio major. So any advice would be appreciated!</p>

<p>I'll be a computer science major, but I'm really considering getting my graduate degree in biomedical engineering. I'm not certain, but I found out that I really do love life science and biology and want to incorporate that in my career. So, will I be able to take Anatomy and Physiology, since I'm a CS major? I'm not worried about being able to take some engineering classes, but I know I can. But, I'm just worried I won't be able to take A&P since I'm a non-bio major. It would also be great if i can take Cell Biology, because that would be very useful for any biomed/bioinformatics degree. But I know that that's an advanced class. So, would I be able to take those classes?</p>

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<p>As long as you have the prerequisites for the course, there will be nothing stopping you from doing so (at most colleges anyway)</p>

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<p>At all schools, usually bio majors get priority on available slots in bio classes–like A&P or cell bio. If you’re attending a larger school, this won’t be an issue, but if you’re at a SLAC, it may be due to a limited number of available seats in those classes.</p>

<p>In either case, you’ll need to fulfill any pre-reqs first.</p>

<p>If you’re interested in bioinformatics, also consider taking genetics.</p>

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<p>Thanks! Thats a relief.
Yeah, I’ll definitely consider taking genetics :)</p>

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<p>That’s not true at Tufts for sure. Registration is entirely dependent on class year (except for engineers and five-year programmers, who have a priority over us poor arts and sciences students). Check with your college.</p>