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Biological Sciences

General

Program Title

Biological Sciences

Degree Designation

MS

Award Type

Masters

Program Level

Graduate

Instruction Mode

On Campus, Online Plus - Hybrid

Program Description

Graduate students in the Biological Sciences M.S. program will gain in-depth knowledge and skills in their chosen specialty while being introduced to a breadth of topics at the cutting edge of biology. Coursework requirements are flexible and can be aligned with students' chosen specialty. Students have access to a variety of laboratories with state-of-the-art equipment. The program prepares students for career placement in academic research, industry, medical professions, natural resource management, and teaching.

Department/Unit(s)

College/School

College of Science and Engineering

Status

Active

Admission Requirements

What previous degree and/or experience is required prior to admission to this program?

Bachelors Degree

Required GPA for graduation

3

Number of credits in program

30

Requirements

Program Learning Outcomes

Outcome

Describe and critique different theoretical, methodological, and computational approaches to research in the biological sciences.

Outcome

Synthesize relevant literature in a specialty area of the biological sciences.

Outcome

Formulate questions and hypotheses using the scientific method, interpret results, and synthesize findings.

Outcome

Conduct observational and/or experimental studies in the biological sciences.

Outcome

Communicate scientific content within the biological sciences both orally and in writing.

Outcome

Identify professional career and continued educational opportunities in the biological sciences.

Degree Maps or Program Completion Plans

Major Code

8129

Program Code

7720