Program Overview
The Biochemistry at University of Nevada Reno is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Biochemistry programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 264 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 264 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Reno, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biochemistry programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Molecular Biology
- Laboratory Practicum I
- Ethics in Research
- Grant Writing for Molecular Biosciences
- Seminar
- Cell Biology
- Laboratory Practicum II
- Colloquium
- Medical Molecular Genetics
- Molecular Biology
- Plant Physiology
- Molecular Biophysics
- Metabolic Regulation
- Functional Genomics
- Protein Structure and Function
- Bioinformatics
- Plant Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
- Enzymology
- Independent Study
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.75 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admission requirements:
- Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree or recognized equivalent from a regionally accredited institution
- Minimum grade point average (on a 4.0 scale):
- Online application
- Official transcripts from every institution attended for a complete history of your education
- Official GRE or GMAT test scores from an exam taken within the past 5 years (exam requirement and recommended scores are determined by individual programs)
- Resume or curriculum vitae
- Statement of purpose
- Three letters of recommendation (your recommenders will be notified by email after you complete your online application)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 264 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 264 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 264 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 264 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Nevada Reno directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Nevada Reno
University of Nevada Reno
Reno, United States
The University of Nevada, Reno is a public land-grant research university in Reno, Nevada, United States. It is the state's flagship public university and primary land grant institution. It was...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-12-17
- Start Date 2018-08-27
- Language English
- Duration 24 months