On campus, off campus, and online.
Biological Sciences MS
Top-notch Facilities, Highly Supportive Faculty.
Thesis Concentration
Credits: 30
Locations: Greeley
Admissions: Fall, Spring, Summer
Non-Thesis Concentration
Credits: 30
Locations: Greeley; Online
Admissions:
- Greeley: Fall, Spring, Summer
- Online: Fall and Spring
Are you working toward a career in academics, teaching or seeking specialized expertise to advance your career? Then our Biology master’s degree program offers a range of advantages to support your success.
You’ll be in a $42 million science facility with state-of-the-art research labs and computing technology. You will also be working closely with faculty and other students.
If you ask our students and faculty, they’ll tell you that our people set our Biology master’s program apart. You’ll build supportive relationships with faculty who are teachers, mentors and colleagues. They’ll offer you academic and professional guidance to help you get the most out of this program.
Career Pathway
The biology master’s degree can support a wide variety of career options and outcomes. Advanced science expertise is in high demand in dynamic industries such as:
- Health care
- Medicine
- Pharmaceuticals
- Gerontology
- Food
- Energy
- Environmental sciences
- Government agencies
Universities, colleges and secondary schools are always in need of well-qualified STEM educators. We will work with you to ensure that you tailor your studies to specific career outcomes.
Degree Options
UNC enables you to personalize your M.S. in Biological Sciences and achieve your goals by offering two degree options:
Thesis Concentration: For students seeking a foundation for doctoral studies. Also, preparation for a career in research, biotechnology or government agencies.
Non-Thesis Concentration: A good fit for biology or science teachers who seek to deepen their content knowledge. Also, for students in a biomedical career path seeking to advance their knowledge in the fast changing area of biology.
