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M.S. Biochemistry

The Master of Science (M.S.) thesis option is designed for students interested in progressing to advanced studies in a doctoral program, as well as those pursuing professional careers. 

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Program Details

  • Degree: M.S. Biochemistry
  • Credit Hours: A minimum of 32 semester credit hours of approved courses and research is required for the thesis option Master of Science degree.

A minimum of 36 semester credit hours of approved coursework is required for the Non-Thesis Option.

Ordinarily, the student will devote the major portion of his or her time to work in one or two closely related fields. Other work will be in supporting fields of interest.

 

The M.S. coursework should include: 

  • Minimum of 3 credits statistics
  • Minimum of 3 credits of research methods

A final degree plan should be approved by all members of the committee and should reflect the expected rigor of an M.S. degree. 

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For Graduate admissions questions, contact Koy Moser. For academic questions, contact Melyssa-Anne Strickland.

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