Program Overview
The Biology (Biology and Society) at Arizona State University 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 Biology (Biology and Society) 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 21,672 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Tempe, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biology (Biology and Society) 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
- Bioscience ethics
- Science policy
- Law (related to science or technology)
- History of Science
- Philosophy of Science
- Supporting coursework in history or philosophy (e.g. logic, decision theory, epistemology, environmental history)
- Ecology
- Environmental or Natural Resource Economics
- Environmental Ethics or Environmental Policy
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The program also requires a bachelor\'s degree, a "B" (3.00 on a 4.00 scale) GPA in the last 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours of undergraduate course work, and scores from the GRE general exam.
Entering students are expected to have completed the equivalent of core requirements for an undergraduate major in biology or a related discipline (typically evolution, genetics and other courses appropriate to the student\'s particular interests). Students without an undergraduate level competency in the sciences may be considered for conditional admission to the biology and society concentration.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 21,672 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 21,672 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Arizona State 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 Arizona State University
Arizona State University
Tempe, United States
Arizona State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months