Department of Biological Sciences
This degree is designed to enhance your knowledge in all areas of the biological sciences, which will prepare you for leadership roles in several career settings. The Department of Biological Sciences offers the Master of Science in Biology degree with three tracks:
- Thesis
- Non-thesis
- Non-thesis Life Science Education
Students pursuing a M.S. in Biology with the Thesis option will work directly with an advisor to design a research project that will fit the student's academic and personal needs. Similarly, degree plans for both thesis and non-thesis students are flexible and can be tailored to meet specific student interests.
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