Program Overview
The Biology at Loma Linda 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 27,224 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 27,224 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: California, 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
- Orientation to Graduate Biology
- Genetics and Speciation
- Philosophy of Science and Origins
- Seminar in Biology
- Research and Experimental Design
- roposal Writing and Grantsmanship
- Biological Systems
- Ecology
- Organismal Biology
- Thesis Research
- Religion
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).
Applicants must meet the general School of Science and Technology admission requirements. Expected undergraduate preparation includes a bachelor\'s degree with a biology major or equivalent from a regionally accredited college or university (minimum GPA 3.0), including the co-requisite courses listed under Prerequisites.
Prerequisites
- Precalculus (required)
- Calculus (recommended)
- Statistics
- General Chemistry (1year)
- Organic Chemistry (1year)
- Biochemistry (recommended)
- General Physics (1 year)
- 20 quarter units from 2 or more of:
- Organic Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- General Physics
- Geology
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 27,224 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 27,224 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 27,224 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 27,224 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Loma Linda 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 Loma Linda University
Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, California
Loma Linda University (LLU) is a private Seventh-day Adventist health sciences university in Loma Linda, California. As of 2019, the university comprises eight schools and a Faculty of Graduate...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months