Courses & Curriculum
The MS in Biology is a two-year, thesis-based program designed for students seeking rigorous research training and preparation for doctoral study, teaching, and science-related careers. Students complete thesis research, research design, biostatistics, and advanced elective coursework tailored to their research interests and professional goals.
These are examples of degree progressions and schedules for a full-time student. These are for representative purposes only. Students' degree progression is determined by their concentrations, start dates, and other choices in conjunction with an academic advisor.
Students work with a faculty advisor to develop a plan of study aligned with their research interests and academic goals. The sample schedule below represents a typical full-time pathway through the program.
Example Full-Time Schedule, Year One |
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| FALL | SPRING |
| BIO 630—Biological Research Principles (3) | BIO 514—Advanced Human Physiology (3) |
| BIO 650—Research Proposal (1) | BIO 516—Advanced Neuroscience (3) |
| BIO 532—Biostatistics (3) | BIO 517—Genetics (3) |
| BIO 508—Developmental Biology (3) | |
| 10 credits | 9 credits |
Example Full-Time Schedule, Year Two |
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| FALL | SPRING |
| BIO 698—Thesis (3) | BIO 699—Thesis II (3) |
| BIO 519—Immunology (3) | BIO 539—Biochemistry II (3) |
| BIO 538—Biochemistry I (3) | BIO 555—Medical and Bio-ethics (3) |
| 9 credits | 9 credits |