Department of Life Sciences
The Master of Science in Biology is designed for graduate students who wish to become knowledgeable leaders and professionals in fields of study that range from organismal biology, ecology, and conservation biology to the biomedical sciences. The M.S. in Biology is a very flexible program that allows the course of study to be tailored to the student’s interests and career goals. Here is the Life Sciences Style Guide.
The goal of the M.S. in Biology is:
- To provide graduates with a broad understanding of the biological sciences as well as education, training, and skills in a specific discipline.
- To foster creative independence and critical thinking in graduates so they are competent to practice in and contribute to a variety of professions and fields of scholarship.
- To prepare graduates for careers in the biological and biomedical sciences, and to prepare students for Ph.D. programs.
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