Program Overview
The Biology at University of Missouri - Kansas City is a MA 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 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
- Tuition: USD 14,061 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,870 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Kansas City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biology 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
- Gross Anatomy for Nurse Anesthetists
- Principles of Evolution
- Bioinformatics and Data Analysis
- Human Genomic Epidemiology
- Cardiovascular Pulmonary Physiology
- Mammalian Physiology
- Pathophysiology
- Neurobiology
- General Biochemistry I
- General Biochemistry II
- Cell and Molecular Biology I
- Cell and Molecular Biology II
- Seminar in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
- Seminar in Cell Biology and Biophysics
- Thesis Research in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
- Thesis Research in Cell Biology and Biophysics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements
- Submit your online UMKC application (paper application is also available)
- Application fee \xc2\x96 Pay your $35 application fee for domestic students ($45 with a paper application) and a $75 application fee for international students that cannot be waived or deferred
- Have a bachelor\'s or first-level professional degree from a regional accredited institution
- Statement of Purpose \xc2\x96 Please submit a short statement about and objectives for attending UMKC
- Academic credentials \xc2\x96 Submit official copies of academic credentials (mark sheets, score cards, transcripts, graduation certificates, degree certificates) with literal English translation if necessary
- English proficiency \xc2\x96 If you have taken a TOEFL or IELTS test, please submit a copy of the score if English is not your native language
- GRE/GMAT: Have official GRE, GMAT or other test core report sent
- Three letters of reference
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 14,061 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,870 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 14,061 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,870 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Missouri - Kansas City 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 Missouri - Kansas City
University of Missouri - Kansas City
Kansas City, United States
University of Missouri - Kansas City is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-17
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 30
