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Program Overview - Master's

Introduction

The Master of Science in Biological Sciences enhances students' abilities to plan, conduct, analyze, and report original research. Required course work enhances students' scientific preparation and supports their research. With the guidance of the major advisor, students choose additional courses to meet individual needs and interests. The degree may serve as preparation for continued graduate or professional study or for positions in the private or public sector. Thesis and non-thesis options are offered. Additional information may be obtained from the Departmental Graduate Advisor.

Research specializations

Our Doctoral programs allow students to specialize in the following areas:

• Cellular Biology
• Molecular Biology
• Virology and Immunology
• Microbial Genetics
• Biological Imaging
• Chemical Ecology
• Plant Pathology
• Global Change Biology
• Plant Physiology
• Entomology
• Ecology and Evolution
• Microbial Ecology
• Genetics
• Neuroscience
• Cellular Physiology

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Questions?

Biological Sciences faculty member: To speak with a current faculty member call (269) 387-5600, or visit our faculty page for a list of e-mail addresses. Current graduate student: To speak with a graduate student call (269) 387-5600, or click on the e-mail addresses of our Ph.D. candidate or students listed above. Recent graduate from our department: Please click on the e-mail addresses of our recent graduates from our program. General questions about Admissions & Selection processes see our Graduate Advisor:

Dr. John Spitsbergen
Phone: (269) 387-2739
Fax: (269) 387-5609
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