Program Overview
The Biology at Emporia 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 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
- Tuition: USD 15,372 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 15,372 (Tuition (Year)) — 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
- Teaching, community college, liberal arts college
- Continued work at doctoral level
- Various fields including some applied biology
- Botany
- Ecology and Biodiversity
- General Biology
- Microbial and Cellular Biology
- Zoology
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).
- B.S. degree in biological science
- 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA in last 60 hours
- All master\'s students must pass an oral comprehensive examination
- M.S. students must complete a thesis
- M.A. is a non-thesis degree
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 15,372 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 15,372 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 15,372 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 15,372 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Emporia 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 Emporia State University
Emporia State University
Emporia, United States
Emporia 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 2001-10-17
- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months