Master of Science in Biological Sciences with Specialization in Biology
South Dakota State University
USA,South Dakota
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24 Months
Duration
CAD 9,810/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 35
Application Fee
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USA, South Dakota
Type: University
Location Type: Rural
Founded: 1881
Total Students: 11,405 +
Int. Students: 606 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
1451 Stadium Rd, Brookings, SD 57007, United States
Master of Science in Biological Sciences with Specialization in Biology
Program Overview
The Department of Biology and Microbiology provides students with a wide range of opportunities for advanced study. The graduate faculty offer expertise and graduate student advisement in subdisciplines from molecular biology through ecology. Faculty members are very successful in obtaining extramural funds to support graduate student projects. Graduate students have modern research laboratories, equipment and field research sites available to carry out their research projects. The learning environment, scholarly excellence and quality of teaching are areas of strength in the department’s Graduate Program.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Knowledge of program: Exhibit knowledge concerning biological and/or microbiological systems/sciences at a level appropriate to a M.S. degree holder.
- Communication skills: Be able to effectively express themselves orally and in written form.
- Understand scientific method: Understand the scientific methods and techniques for solving research problems and analyze scientific data using the appropriate statistics.
- Use statistics to analyze data: Be able to use statistics to analyze scientific data.
- Specialization: Specialize in some area of biology, biotechnology and/or microbiology, but still be broadly based in knowledge in cellular and molecular biology.
- Publish research: Be able to conduct and publish scholarly research. (Option A)
- Professional Development: Demonstrate professional development and competence so that they may enter the work force in academia or industry.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 35 Tuition Fee
CAD 9,810 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in South Dakota State University
CAD 9,000 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Check program website for more information about funding options.
