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MS Biology at University of Virginia

University of Virginia, United States

Programme overview

Master of Science in Biology based on independent laboratory research and a defended thesis, 30 credits.

Faculty: Graduate School of Arts and Sciences  |  Department: Biology  |  Duration: 30 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Charlottesville, VA, United States

What you will study

24 credits of graded coursework including three research methods and ethics courses (BIOL 8240, BIOL 8250, BIMS 7100 or GSCI 8000), four lecture or laboratory courses, two topical research courses and a colloquium or journal club; students at Mountain Lake Biological Station may complete coursework in the summer term.

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Application information

Duration: 30 credits

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