Program Overview
The Biology at University at Albany 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 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 453 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
- Location: Albany, 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
- Obtain general knowledge of representative fields in biology such as molecular biology, cell biology, developmental biology, and neurobiology, with a detailed knowledge of one or more areas of interest.
- Read and understand the primary scientific literature, to keep abreast of major developments, and to synthesize and integrate the literature in their chosen area of expertise.
- Demonstrate the ability to integrate factual knowledge to identify biological problems that need addressing.
- Recognize and define a scientific problem.
- Demonstrate the ability to clearly communicate ideas, results, and conclusions regarding biological data using graphical and oral communication methods.
- Demonstrate written communication skills in the field of biology.
- Understand scientific ethics as practiced in Western societies, including the topics of human subjects, animal use in research, and plagiarism.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants must have a bachelor\'s degree from an accredited University or College, and are required to submit a University at Albany standard graduate application, 3 letters of recommendation, all undergraduate transcripts, and scores from the Graduate Record Exam General Test. Students applying for the Forensic Biology sequence must have completed, with a grade of C or better, the following courses: genetics, biochemistry, immunology, and molecular biology; and have received a baccalaureate in a natural science.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 453 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 453 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University at Albany 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 at Albany
University at Albany
Albany, United States
The State University of New York at Albany is a public research university in Albany, New York, United States. Founded in 1844, it is one of four "university centers" of the State University of...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-11-17
- Start Date 2018-01-23
- Language English
- Duration 24 months