Biological Sciences
General
Program Title
Biological Sciences
Degree Designation
MA
Program Level
Graduate
Instruction Mode
Online and On Campus
Program Description
Graduate students in the Biological Sciences Master of Arts degree will gain in-depth knowledge and skills toward your chosen discipline while being introduced to a breadth of topics at the cutting edge of biology. You will have access to flexible coursework that can be completed fully online with options for in-person coursework as well.
Requirements
Learning Outcomes
Objective
Graduates will be prepared for additional advanced study if they wish to continue beyond the Master's degree.
Objective
Graduates will be prepared to perform as professional biologists in a number of work settings (e.g., health care, government, business, education, research, etc.).
Objective
Graduate students will analyze experimental and/or observational results and draw appropriate conclusions from laboratory or field experiences.
Objective
Graduate students will demonstrate content knowledge of the primary literature.
Objective
Graduate students will present scientific content (e.g., graduate seminars, lectures, poster sessions).
Objective
Non-thesis graduate students will take an exit exam demonstrating knowledge of current biological literature and comprehension of concepts covered throughout their coursework.