MS Applied Microbial Systems Analysis at University of Connecticut

Programme overview

The Master of Science in Applied Microbial Systems Analysis is a professional science master’s program that trains students in microbial genomics, microbiome research and general microbiology. This program is specifically designed to train students for employment in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, diagnostic, government, and academic sectors. This is achieved by combining coursework with advanced laboratory training and internships. Campus: Storrs Campus.

Duration: 33 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Storrs, CT, United States

What you will study

At least 33 credits of course work, an internship and passing an exit examination. Note: Only six credits total of 3000 and 4000 level courses may be applied to the graduate degree.

Career pathways

This program is specifically designed to train students for employment in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, diagnostic, government, and academic sectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate School (university-wide): bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution (or equivalent); cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher for the degree, or equivalent GPA tests on recent coursework; international applicants meet equivalent standards with official transcripts; individual programmes set additional application requirements and a competitive record is needed.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applications are submitted online to The Graduate School; the application fee is $75 (non-refundable, paid by credit card). Some programmes set earlier application deadlines.

Apply through the official page: https://gradcatalog.uconn.edu/graduate/admission/

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