Program Overview
The Cell and Molecular Biology at University of Nevada Reno 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 Cell and Molecular 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
- Location: Reno, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Cell and Molecular 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
- Molecular Biology
- Laboratory Practicum I
- Ethics in Research
- Grant Writing for Molecular Biosciences
- Cell Biology
- Laboratory Practicum II
- Colloquium
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 2.75 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).
Minimum qualifications for admittance to an M.S./Ph.D. degree program
- Undergraduate degree in a related area
- Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75 for the M.S. program or 3.0 for the Ph.D. program on a 4.0 scale (transcripts will be required)
- Combined Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores of 300 or higher (a GRE subject test\xc2\x97e.g. Biology\xc2\x97is not required)
- Competitive TOEFL exam score if English is your second language
- Completion of the following courses
- Calculus, 5 semester hours (or equivalent)
- Physics, 6 semester hours
- Organic Chemistry, 8 semester hours
- Biology, 8 semester hours
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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About University of Nevada Reno
University of Nevada Reno
Reno, United States
The University of Nevada, Reno is a public land-grant research university in Reno, Nevada, United States. It is the state's flagship public university and primary land grant institution. It was...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
