Program Overview
The Biology at Utah 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 18,280 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,223 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Logan, 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
- Cell Biology
- Endocrine Aspects of Nutrition
- Developmental Biology
- Virology
- Evolutionary Biology (CI)
- Methods in Biotechnology: Molecular Cloning
- Animal Molecular Biology
- Microbial Physiology (QI)
- Soil Microbiology
- Programming for Biologists
- Database Management for Biologists
- Computational Biology Research Project
- Advanced Programming and Database Management for Biologists
- Evolutionary Genetics
- Genes and Behavior
- Environmental Toxicology
- Insect Systematics and Evolution
- Freshwater Invertebrates
- Ornithology
- Herpetology
- Mammalogy
- Animal Community Ecology
- Comparative Animal Physiology
- Animal Physiology Laboratory (QI)
- Endocrinology
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).
Application Requirements:
- Complete the online application
- Pay the $55 application fee. This fee will be reimbursed to you by the Department of Biology if you are accepted and enroll.
- Score at or above the 50th percentile on the GRE
- Have a 3.0 or higher GPA on your last 60 semester or 90 quarter credits
- Provide transcripts of all college/university credits
- Provide three contacts for letters of recommendation
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 18,280 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,223 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 18,280 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 5,223 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Utah 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 Utah State University
Utah State University
Logan, United States
Utah 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 2018-05-10
- Language English
- Duration 24 months