Program Overview
The Biology - MA at Wayne State University is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences, 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 - MA 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
- Location: Detroit, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biology - MA 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
- BIO 8995 Seminar (one term)-2
- BIO 9996 Rotation (one term)-2
- BIO 7996 Research-4
- Electives **-3
- BIO 8999 Thesis-8
- BIO 5040 Biometry (4 credits)?
- BIO 5330 Principles and Applications of Biotechnology I (3 credits)?
- BIO 6000 Molecular Cell Biology I (3 credits)?
- BIO 6010 Molecular Cell Biology II (3 credits) ?
- BIO 6160 Proteins and Proteomics (3 credits)?
- BIO 6330 Principles and Applications of Biotechnology II (3 credits)?
- BIO 7020 Comprehensive Virology (3 credits)
- BIO 7500 Prokaryotic Gene Structure and Function (4 credits)?
- BIO 7510 Eukaryotic Gene Structure and Function (4 credits)
- BIO 5040 Biometry (4 credits)?
- BIO 7110 Aquatic Ecology (4 credits)
- BIO 7440 Terrestrial Ecology (4 credits)
- BIO 7490 Population and Community Ecology (3 credits)?
- BIO 7540 Ecosystem and Landscape Ecology (3 credits)
- BIO 5040 Biometry (4 credits)?
- BIO 6060 Molecular Evolution (3 credits)?
- BIO 6090 Population Genetics (3 credits)?
- BIO 7150 Genomics (3 credits)?
- BIO 7280 Bioinformatics (3 credits)
- BIO 5040 Biometry (4 credits)?
- BIO 5330 Principles and Applications of Biotechnology I (3 credits) ?
- BIO 5620 Developmental Biology (3 credits)?
- BIO 6000 Molecular Cell Biology I (3 credits)?
- BIO 6010 Molecular Cell Biology II (3 credits)?
- BIO 6330 Principles and Applications of Biotechnology II (3 credits)?
- BIO 6690 Neurobiology I (3 credits)?
- BIO 7090 Molecular Basis of Development (3 credits)?
- BIO 7660 Neurobiology II (3 credits)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You are considered to be a freshman if you are:
- A current high school senior who will go to college after graduation
- A high school graduate who has not earned credit at a college or university
- A GED holder who has not earned credit at a college or university
- Have scored a minimum of 410 on each test with an average of 450 overall AND
- Have a minimum ACT composite of 21 OR
- Have an SAT total of 990.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
2001-02-18
About Wayne State University
Wayne State University
Detroit, United States
Wayne 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- Application Deadline 2001-02-18
- Start Date 2018-01-01
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