Overview

The MS program in Biophysics, offered by the University at Buffalo, is designed for students seeking a career in academia or industry.

Key facts about the program

Programs of study are conducted in experimental, theoretical, and translational biophysics. Areas of experimental interest include structural biology, properties of membrane ionic channels, receptors, and transporters, and synaptic processes in neurons. Organ systems include the heart, kidney, gastrointestinal and nervous systems.

Theoretical topics include stochastic methods, modeling of biological systems, and nervous system theory. The program in biophysics is interdisciplinary and draws on the diverse resources throughout the university’s scientific community.

The graduate program leading to the MS degree in Biophysical Sciences is intended to provide a sound scientific foundation for those planning to pursue a career in research, teaching, or applied biomedical fields. In order to promote the achievement of this objective, the following program requirements have been adopted:

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cell Biology

Neural Engineering

Structure & Function in Genes and Proteins

Regulation of Metabolism

Biomaterials: Cell-Surface Phenomenon

Medical Biophysics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-08-29 00:00:00

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Starting 2024-01-30 00:00:00

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International students: Regardless of your program’s deadline, it is recommended that you apply at least 6-9 months prior to the term start date.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Physics Biology View 1284 other Masters in Biology in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor's degree (or higher) or the equivalent from an accredited/government recognized college or university. Most such degrees will be four or more years in length; UB recognizes some three-year degrees, but not all

A B-grade (GPA of 3.0) or higher from your bachelor's degree (or equivalent) courses. Grade point averages from non-U.S. universities will be evaluated by UB's Office of International Admissions

Appropriate standardized test scores (DAT, GRE, GMAT, LSAT, MAT, MCAT, PCAT, etc.). Not all programs require test scores. See the official academic test scores section below for more information

Letters of recommendation

An internship or relevant work experience (for some programs)

Tuition Fee

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International

46200 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 23100 USD per semester during 24 months.
National

46200 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 23100 USD per semester during 24 months.
In-State

22620 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 11310 USD per semester during 24 months.

Living costs for Buffalo

920 - 1560 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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