Master's in Biology Degree Programs
Course Overview
UB’s Master of Arts and Master of Science in Biology degree programs offer a contemporary curriculum that emphasizes the principles and experimental approaches of modern biology. They are designed to address the diverse needs of each type of graduate-level biology student. Both programs cover a wide-range of biological sub-disciplines, such as toxicology, ecology, and genetics, to prepare you for greater opportunities both professionally and academically.
Course Structure
- BIO 445: Advanced Methods in Molecular Biology
- BIO 470: Research Rotation
- BIO 490: Departmental Seminar
- BIO 498: Internship (MA students)
- BIO 499: Master’s Research (MS students)
- MATH 423B: Biostatistical Analysis
Molecular Biology Courses (choose at least 2):
- BIO 404: Tissue Culture
- BIO 407: Microbial Genetics
- BIO 421: Advanced Cell Physiology
- BIO 441: Cell Molecular Immunology
- BIO 443: Advanced Molecular Biology
- BIO 444: General Toxicology
- BIO 479: Bioinformatics
- BIO 480: Selected Topics
- BIO 481: Advanced Virology
Organismal Biology Courses (choose at least 2):
- BIO 402: Evolution
- BIO 415: Animal Nutrition
- BIO 418: Environmental Health
- BIO 423: Advanced Ecology
- BIO 424: Physiological Ecology
- BIO 479: Bioinformatics
- BIO 480: Selected Topics
- BIO 481: Advanced Virology
Elective Courses:
- Choose 6 or more credits from Organismal or Molecular Biology courses.
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Academic Entry Requirements | Minimum GPA - 2.7 to 3.0 out of 4.0 (varies by program) Transcripts - Official college transcripts indicating courses completed and grades. Transcripts must be translated to English. (secondary/high school transcript may be requested) |
| Funding Options | |
|---|---|
| Domestic Funding Options | Bank statement amounts
Students may deduct awarded scholarships and submit net amount. Students will complete online Affidavit of Financial Support if the bank statement is not in the student’s name. Graduate Engineering - $40,600 Graduate Business - $37,660 Graduate Biology, Criminal Justice - $35,390 Graduate Chiropractic - $52,455 |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | 6.0 |
| TOEFL-IBT Score (Minimum) | 80 |
| PTE Score (Minimum) | 58 |
Career Opportunities
A degree in biology is extensive. Naturally, careers for biology graduates are equally wide-ranging. Graduates with a BA or BS in Biology can find themselves in careers in the following fields:
- Agriculture
- Biotechnology
- Education
- Environmental Conservation
- Forensic science
- Genetics
- Healthcare
- Research
- Zoology