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MS Applied Molecular Biotechnology at University of Massachusetts Amherst

University of Massachusetts Amherst, United States

Programme overview

An accelerated professional MS for students heading into the biopharmaceutical industry, combining intensive hands-on laboratory training with lecture courses.

Faculty: College of Natural Sciences  |  Department: Department of Microbiology  |  Duration: 1 year (two semesters and one summer)  |  Intake: Fall  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Amherst, MA, United States

What you will study

Training in PCR cloning, CRISPR, RNAi, protein expression, cell culture and 3D protein structure; a laboratory course (over half the degree requirement) with independent research projects drawn from faculty programmes, plus biotech networking, career fairs, company visits and internships.

Career pathways

Biotechnology companies and research institutions in the Boston area, PhD, medical and professional schools; over 90 percent of graduates are placed before graduation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applied Molecular Biotechnology MS: full-time students with a bachelor's degree. Application deadline December 1; late applications are reviewed until positions are filled. Non-native English speakers must show English proficiency; GRE not required for department programmes.

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.

Intake: Fall

Duration: 1 year (two semesters and one summer)

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