Program Overview
The Biological Sciences at Western Michigan University is a MSc programme in Humanities, 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 humanities. 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 Biological Sciences 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 15,622 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,890 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Michigan City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biological Sciences programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Eukaryotic Cell Biology Credits: 3 hours
- Prokaryotic Cell Biology Credits: 3 hours
- Animal Physiology Credits: 3 hours
- Plant Physiology Credits: 3 hours
- Ecology Credits: 3 hours
- Evolution
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 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).
- earned a Bachelors degree from an accredited institution with an overall grade point average of at least 3.0, and
- taken appropriate courses in biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics;
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 15,622 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,890 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 15,622 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,890 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Western Michigan University 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 Western Michigan University
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, United States
public university located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States
University Profile- Application Deadline Feb, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
