Biological Sciences
General
Program Title
Biological Sciences
Degree Designation
MA
Award Type
Masters
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.
Admission Requirements
What previous degree and/or experience is required prior to admission to this program?
Bachelors Degree
Minimum undergraduate GPA for admission
2.75
Other requirements applicants MUST complete prior to admission.
Successful completion of a minimum of 32 undergraduate credits in biology and 8 credits in chemistry.
In some cases it may be necessary for the student to complete additional prerequisite undergraduate work. This program can be completed remotely through online/hybrid coursework.
In some cases it may be necessary for the student to complete additional prerequisite undergraduate work. This program can be completed remotely through online/hybrid coursework.
Requirements
Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Graduates will be prepared for additional advanced study if they wish to continue beyond the Master's degree.
Outcome
Graduates will be prepared to perform as professional biologists in a number of work settings (e.g., health care, government, business, education, research, etc.).
Outcome
Graduate students will analyze experimental and/or observational results and draw appropriate conclusions from laboratory or field experiences.
Outcome
Graduate students will demonstrate content knowledge of the primary literature.
Outcome
Graduate students will present scientific content (e.g., graduate seminars, lectures, poster sessions).
Outcome
Non-thesis graduate students will take an exit exam demonstrating knowledge of current biological literature and comprehension of concepts covered throughout their coursework.
Degree Maps
Major Code
8130
Program Code
339