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MS Biochemistry and Cell Biology at Rice University

Rice University, United States

Programme overview

The MS in Biochemistry and Cell Biology is a thesis master's degree offered by the BioSciences department. Graduates are expected to know current research and techniques in biochemistry and cell biology, solve problems critically, and communicate findings through publications, seminars and a thesis.

Faculty: Wiess School of Natural Sciences  |  Department: BioSciences  |  Duration: 30 credit hours  |  Intake: Fall  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Houston, TX, United States

What you will study

Core courses include Molecular Interactions 1, Cellular Interactions 1, Research Design and Proposal Writing, graduate seminar and lab research, plus at least 6 credit hours of 500-level BIOS electives. The degree ends with a thesis and public defense; most coursework is completed in the first year and thesis research starts at the end of the second semester.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants for graduate study in the Biochemistry and Cell Biology Program must have: BA or BS degree in biochemistry, biology, chemistry, chemical engineering, physics, or some equivalent High levels of intellectual strength and motivation, as indicated by academic record and recommendations Although the department offers an MS degree in biochemistry and cell biology, the department admits students who intend to pursue the PhD program. For general university requirements, see Graduate Degrees.

Fall 2027 entry; most doctoral programmes close December 1, 2026; professional master's programmes such as MCS, MDS, MME and MChE use rolling or later deadlines (May 1 international, July 1 domestic).

Master's application fee is $85. Mechanical Engineering MME and Chemical Engineering MChE close May 1 (international) and July 1 (domestic) for Fall; Computer Science MCS/MDS close between February 10, 2027 (scholarship consideration) and July 1, 2027.

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