About the course

Faculty members of the Master of Science (M.S.) Graduate Program in the Department of Biological Sciences seek outstanding students to train, mentor, and assist them in reaching their full potential as scientists and future leaders in science and society. Graduates have enjoyed exciting and fulfilling careers in academia and industry, including both government and the private sector. The M.S. Graduate Program in Biological Sciences offers three plans of study with emphases in cell biology, genetics, genomics, molecular biology, microbiology, physiology, ecology, and evolutionary biology. Graduate research and coursework are tailored to each individual student. Formal coursework involves traditional lectures, laboratories, discussions, seminars, and field studies. Graduate students also have access to several additional courses in other departments and at Alabama A & M University to further develop skill sets that complement their research and career interests. Students will complete coursework (24 credit hours) and perform original research (a minimum of 6 thesis research credit hours) that will be described in their research thesis under the direction of a research advisor. There are no required courses in the Plan I track. The program of study (i.e., coursework) will be developed with your research advisor to meet your education and specific career goals. Students will prepare and defend a thesis proposal within their first year in the graduate program. Students will complete a written thesis then an open seminar followed by defense to their committee typically by the end of their second year in the graduate program. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2021	Huntsville
Spring (January), 2024	Huntsville
Fall (August), 2024	Huntsville
Spring (January), 2025	Huntsville
Fall (August), 2025	Huntsville
Spring (January), 2026	Huntsville

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Alabama in Huntsville

In addition to fulfilling admission requirements set by Graduate School, applicants must also:

　　Taken the general GRE exam and TOEFL when applicable

　　Biology degree or related course work.

　　At least one of either an advanced (upper division): biochemistry, cell biology, ecology, evolution, genetics, molecular biology or physiology course.

　　Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 as well as in the major area of concentration

　　For admission to the Graduate School, applicants must hold a bachelor's degree, or equivalent, from an approved institution.,

　　All programs except those in the College of Business Administration must have a minimum grade-point average of B (3.0) on the undergraduate record, and Have a minimum total score of 300 on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) and a minimum score of 3.0 on the analytical writing portion.

　　For the English, Nursing, and Public Affairs programs, applicants must have a minimum total score of 410 on the MAT.,

　　TOEFL or IELTS (Non-Native English Speakers) - TOEFL (iBT): all sub-scores ? 18 OR IELTS: all sub-scores ? 6.0

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 72.0

　　

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