Skip to main content

Your MCB major through a global lens: Study abroad in Australia or Greece

Immerse yourself in another culture at our partner universities. Choose from a variety of English-taught courses to satisfy your degree requirements - even general education courses. The best part is, you’ll pay your regular University of Arizona tuition and can use financial aid and scholarships, including AZ Excellence and Wildcat Excellence awards!

Make a plan

  • Start planning early ... as early as freshman or sophomore year.
  • Meet with your academic advisor to stay on track academically.
  • Choose a program that aligns with your major and your goals.
  • Involve your family.
  • Explore funding and scholarships.

Global Tracks take you there

For the two MCB-specific Global Tracks, faculty preapproved courses to satisfy many of your major requirements.

Student at Freycinet National Park, Australia

new Global Track in 2026: Study harborside innovation

Attend UA Sydney, hosted by the University of Technology (UTS). UTS is just a short walk or bus ride away from entertainment, food, and sightseeing in this cosmopolitan city, topped off with some of the world's most beautiful beaches.

Some UA Sydney courses applicable to the MCB major include (course availability varies by semester): 

Mathematical Statistics
Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Cell Biology and Genetics

Forensic Toxicology
Biotechnology
Immunology and Human Health
Metabolic Biochemistry

Human Anatomy and Physiology
Immunology
Histology
Human Genetics and Precision Medicine

Learn more about the UA Sydney Global Track

Student in Santorini, Greece

Study the birthplace of biology

Attend UA Athens, hosted by the American College of Greece (ACG). ACG is the oldest American-accredited College in Europe and offers over 1000 courses from a variety of subjects. ACG's campus is located at the edge of Athens, and students have ample opportunities to explore the city and nearby islands.

Some UA Athens courses applicable to the MCB major include (course availability varies by semester): 

Introduction to Biology
Principles of Chemistry
General Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Organic and Biological Chemistry Lab

Applied Statistics for Sciences
Human Genetics
Cellular and Molecular Neurobiology
Biochemistry
Microbiology and Infectious Diseases

Bioinformatics and Health Information Systems
Topics in Pathophysiology
Pharmacology in Health and Disease
Molecular and Microbiology Techniques

Learn more about the UA Athens Global Track

Please note: If you plan to apply to a professional program such as a medical school or DVM program, you must consult with the school’s admission team to ensure the courses you choose to take abroad will be accepted by your future program as there may be some restrictions on international credits in your application.

The journey starts here: U of A Study Abroad 

Contact the Study Abroad Team:
studyabroad@arizona.edu | IG & FB: @uastudyabroad | studyabroad.arizona.edu

Undergraduate Biology Research Program offering: Undergraduate 10- to 12-week summer international research experience BRAVO! (Biology Research Abroad: Vistas Open!)