Program Overview
The Biology (Biology Concentration) at East Tennessee University is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 72 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 Concentration) 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: 72 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,292 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 519 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Johnson City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biology (Biology Concentration) programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
- At least two of the following Topics courses (selection of the appropriate courses
will be made in consultation with the student's advisory committee and/or the graduate
coordinator):
- Biol 6100 - Cell/Molecular Biology
- Biol 6200 - Organismal Biology
- Biol 6300 - Ecology/Evolution
- Biol 6400 - Systematic Biology
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 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).
- Must submit a general GRE score.
- Must have a 3.0 overall grade point average (4.0 system) in mathematics and science courses.
- Must have an undergraduate major in the life or physical sciences, with supporting courses in general chemistry, one year of organic chemistry (microbiology concentration will accept one semester of organic and one semester of biochemistry), and one year of physics.
- A course in calculus and/or a course in probability and statistics is recommended.
- Must have 2-3 letters of recommendation submitted on their behalf.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,292 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 519 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,292 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 519 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact East Tennessee 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 East Tennessee University
East Tennessee University
Johnson City, United States
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is a public land-grant research university in Knoxville, Tennessee, United States. Founded in 1794, two years before Tennessee became the 16th state, it is...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2004-02-18
- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English
- Duration 72 months
- Credits 9