Program Overview
The Chemical and Life Sciences at University of Maryland is a MCLFS programme in Engineering, 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 engineering. 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 Chemical and Life Sciences 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 1,404 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 651 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: College Park, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Chemical and Life Sciences programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Experimental Biology
- Graduate Seminar\xa0in Chemical and Life Sciences
- Course selection
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).
Admission Information for the Master of Chemical and Life Sciences can be found here: https://oes.umd.edu/graduates-post-baccalaureates-professionals/professional-graduate-programs/master-chemical-life-sciences-mclfs/apply. UMD cannot issue the immigration documents necessary for international students to study (F1 or J1 student visas) in this program. International students who currently reside in the U.S. on existing visas may apply. Eligible international students have additional requirements per the Office of International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS).\xc2\xa0
In addition to a suitable undergraduate education and experience admission to the degree program requires the successful completion of either CLFS 510, Concepts of Modern Biology, or CLFS 520, Concepts in Modern Chemistry, gateway review classes; or a passing grade of B or better on either of the admissions exams based on CLFS 510 and CLFS 520. Suitable GRE scores will also be accepted to satisfy admission requirements (GRE scores are not required!). Upon application and the submission of documentation all applicants will be granted Provisional Admission to the program while they satisfy other admission requirements
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,404 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 651 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,404 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 651 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Maryland 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 of Maryland
University of Maryland
College Park, United States
The University of Maryland, College Park is a public land-grant research university in College Park, Maryland, United States near Washington, D.C. Founded in 1856, UMD is the flagship institution...
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