Graduate Biology Degree
The Master of Sciences Program
The Department of Biology offers a program leading to the degree of Master of Sciences (MSc) with options in Molecular & Cellular Biology, and Ecology & Evolution. Graduate students must take at least one course from another science discipline (e.g., physics, chemistry, mathematics, geography), providing students with a diverse curriculum and an understanding of how various science disciplines relate to each other.
This interdisciplinary program offers students a broad science education with few restrictive requirements compared to traditional graduate science programs. It allows for development of a plan based on individual needs.
The MSc degree is designed for students intending to become professional biologists. The standard MSc degree plan requires a research-based thesis and is appropriate for those seeking advanced graduate work or those seeking employment in biology-related fields.
In consultation with the Faculty Advisor, students may choose to focus their graduate studies in one of the following options:
- Ecology and Evolution
- Molecular and Cellular Biology
Graduate Information
View and read the handbook
This handbook has been prepared as a resource for graduate students and faculty in the Department of Biology at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs.
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View financial aid opportunities
The Biology department offers Graduate Teaching Assistantship (GTA) positions to a limited number of qualified students each year
Search Graduate Courses
Check out the graduate course search to view courses required for Biology students at a graduate level.