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Course Overview

The Department of Biology provides courses in the life sciences, emphasizing advances in molecular genetics, embryology, ecology, development and evolutionary biology. Faculty members have expertise in a variety of areas, and conduct research in developmental biology, evolutionary biology, neurobiology, microbiology, ecology, oceanography, and molecular biology. 

Students are encouraged to participate in research projects at all levels. Biology students at AU have the opportunity to visit and intern in some of the nation's most prestigious scientific institutions such as the National Institute of Health (NIH), and the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. For those interested in postgraduate studies, the Department of Biology offers a research-intensive Master of Science program that equips students with the skills and knowledge to excel in their chosen area of study. We are currently accepting applications for the MS program and students are encouraged to reach out to individual faculty before applying to discuss research interests and ongoing projects.

Entry Requirement 

In addition to meeting the minimum university requirements for graduate study, applicants must take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) general test. International applicants whose first language is not English are required to submit results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Applicants must submit two letters of recommendation. Preference is given to applicants with a clear interest in working in the research laboratory of one of the full-time faculty members in the department. Upon admittance, students must select either the thesis or non-thesis option. Admission requirements to each option are the same.

Degree Requirements:

30 credit hours of approved graduate work

Specializations: Cell and Molecular Biology or Ecology and Evolutionary Biology

Capstone Experience: Journal Article Presentation and 6 credit hours from one of the following options:

  • Thesis option: BIO-797 Master's Thesis Research
  • Nonthesis option: BIO-691 Internship

Capstone (6 credit hours):

  • Non thesis Option 

           BIO-691 Internship (6 credit hours required)

  • Thesis Option

           BIO-797 Master’s Thesis Research (6 credit hours required)

Fees

Undergraduate Students
Undergraduate Credit Rate Tuition Total
Part-Time (less than 12 credit hours per credit hour) $1516*
Full-Time (12-17.5 credit hours) $22744*
Full-Time(18 credit hours)

$24259*


This information was accurate on : 30/11/2020
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