Overview

They are designed to address the diverse needs of each type of graduate-level biology student. Both programmes offered at the University of Bridgeport cover a wide-range of biological sub-disciplines, such as toxicology, ecology, and genetics, to prepare you for greater opportunities both professionally and academically.

Master of Science (M.S.) in Biology : This option emphasizes design and execution of experimental work. In this programme, you will be required to complete a thesis featuring your original research. Students in this programme will most likely be pursuing terminal degrees following the completion of their degree.

Master of Arts (M.A.) in Biology: This option emphasizes career building. As a student in the M.A. degree programme, you will have the option of pursuing an internship or completing your degree with coursework only. Students in the M.A. degree programme will most likely be working professionals interested in advancing their careers by gaining expertise in the field of biology.

Purpose and Objectives

Search, read and interpret current biological literature

Develop an in-depth understanding of the scientific issues of a particular area of biology

Develop expertise in research methods associated with an area of biology

Develop professional skills related to work in a specific area of biology or biomedical science

Integrate techniques, skills, and understanding of scientific principles across various area sub-disciplines of biology.

Career opportunities

Agriculture

Biotechnology

Colleges and universities

Environmental laboratories

Food processing and safety

Government (EPA, OSHA, FDA, etc.)

Hospitals

Marketing

Museums

Pharmaceuticals

Private research foundations

Public health

Publishing

Research and development

Research management

Sales

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Tissue Culture

Microbial Genetics

Advanced Cell Physiology

Cell Molecular Immunology

Advanced Molecular Biology

General Toxicology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bridgeport, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Official transcripts of all undergraduate (and any graduate) work
Evidence of successful completion of the baccalaureate degree, with an overall cumulative index of “B” as well as a “B” or better average in programme prerequisites: Biology and cognate science courses, such as Biochemistry, Chemistry, or applied clinical lab-based science courses
Two letters of recommendation

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

29880 USD / year

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Out-of-State

29880 USD / year

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In-State

29880 USD / year

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Living costs

Bridgeport

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

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Funding

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