Overview
The Master of Science in Biology at California State University, Bakersfield with a thesis option is intended to prepare students for professional positions in state and federal agencies, the environmental consulting industry, and for further graduate studies.
Learning outcomes
The Master of Science with a non-thesis option is intended for working professionals, especially public school teachers, and emphasizes course work. A broad range of faculty research interests, easy access to diverse biological environments, and a range of modern research facilities permit the student to select from a broad spectrum of research topics. Faculty interests include field biology, conservation biology, physiology, comparative morphology, plant ecophysiology, plant anatomy, micro- and molecular biology, vertebrate paleontology, evolution, ecology, systematics, and behavior.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses included:- Current Topics in Biology
- Advanced Experimental Design and Analysis
- Seminar in Biology
- Thesis
- Thesis Defense
- Current Topics in Biology
- Advanced Experimental Design and Analysis
- Seminar in Biology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Biology View 866 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
Must supply all supporting documents
- Affidavit of financial support
- Original bank statement or bank letter showing require funds
- Clear copy of passport showing full name and date of birth
- Original transcripts with course-by-course analysis
- Current professional resume
- Letters of recommendation from former professors (varies by program)
Tuition Fee
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International
10482 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 5241 USD per semester and a duration of 12 months. -
National
10482 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 5241 USD per semester and a duration of 12 months. -
In-State
8856 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 4428 USD per semester and a duration of 12 months.
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.
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