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Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location San Antonio, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Cellular and Structural Biology at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio 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 Cellular and Structural 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Location: Texas City, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Cellular and Structural Biology programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:

  1. Research Scientist
  2. Environmental Consultant
  3. Laboratory Manager
  4. Science Writer
  5. Policy Advisor
  6. Academic Researcher

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3

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).

Students beginning graduate study ordinarily matriculate during the fall semester, which starts first week of July. Spring semester admission (January start date) will not be considered except in very unusual circumstances.The following are the basic admission criteria to the Program. On a case-by-case basis and at the discretion of the M.S. Admissions Committee and with approval of COGS and the Graduate Faculty Council (GFC), one or more admission requirement(s) may be waived.Applicants are required to have a minimum of a Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree in a Life Science or Biomedical Engineering from an accredited institution and a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0. Applicants should have received credit for courses taken in:
  • Biology1 A minimum of 2 years of general biology with labs for science majors.
  • Chemistry1 A minimum of 1 year general chemistry and organic chemistry
  • Physics A minimum of 1 year of general physics
  • Mathematics minimum of 1 semester of calculus

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

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 The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

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The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

San Antonio, United States

The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for...

University Profile
  • Start Date Commencement 2021
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months