Overview

The Microbiology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst offers broad training which provides our graduates with the flexibility and depth necessary to compete effectively for research positions in universities, industry and government. The following research fields are represented in the department: microbial physiology, genetics, immunology, parasitology, pathogenic bacteriology, molecular biology, microbial ecology, and environmental microbiology.

Careers

In recent years, our Ph.D. graduates have had multiple offers of postdoctoral fellowships prior to or shortly after graduation. ASM meetings provide excellent opportunities for our graduates to secure postdoctoral positions or jobs in industry. Graduate students participating in national conferences as first author or first presenter are awarded departmental travel funds to the meetings.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Topics in Biotechnology

Advanced Topics in Biochemistry

Biodegradation of Plant Biomass

Microbial Physiology

Parasitology and Neglected Tropical Diseases

Concepts in Molecular Genetics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Microbiology View 188 other Masters in Microbiology in United States

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four year college or university is required for consideration into graduate programs at UMass Amherst.

Online application

Personal Statement

Resume

2 Letters of Recommendation

Transcripts

English Proficiency

Tuition Fee

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International

35714 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 35714 USD per year during 24 months.
National

35714 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 35714 USD per year during 24 months.
In-State

17399 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17399 USD per year during 24 months.

Regional Tuition: $31,727

Living costs for Amherst Center

1228 - 2543 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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