2019-2020 Graduate Catalog

Master of Science in Biology

CIP Code

26.0101

30 credits

Includes both graduate course work and extensive research experience culminating in a research thesis. It is designed to prepare students for further study at the doctoral level, but graduates may also find employment in research-oriented activities of government agencies or private business firms.

Degree requirements

Major requirements

BIO 629Seminar in Biology

1 TO 10

THES 698Thesis

1 TO 6

Approved courses from BIO, BOT, SCI, ZOOL

16-30

Minors and electives

0-14

Total Credit Hours: 30

Minors are optional, but if taken must include at least 8 credits of courses approved by a designated advisor from the minor area and the biology department.