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
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Biology Microbiology Molecular Sciences View 1176 other Masters in Biology in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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
20992 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10496 USD per semester during 24 months. -
National
20992 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10496 USD per semester during 24 months. -
In-State
9576 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4788 USD per semester during 24 months.
Living costs for Amherst Center
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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