Biotechnology Science, M.S.
Program Description
The Master of Science program in Biotechnology Science is a 34 credit interdisciplinary program designed to prepare students for research in the expanding field of biotechnology through course work and laboratory experience. Many students attend the program part-time while working in industry, as courses are scheduled in the evenings. Graduates become proficient in state-of-the-art technologies and are prepared to seek employment/advancement in biotech/pharma or to continue their study toward the Ph.D. degree in other graduate programs in related fields.
Prerequisites
- A minimum grade of 3.0 (B) in all science and math courses
- Undergraduate Prerequisites: Two years of college biology including either Cell Biology or Biochemistry or equivalent, two years of college chemistry, and one year of college mathematics.
- Students holding degrees in disciplines other than biology or chemistry are encouraged to apply with the understanding they may be required to successfully complete the undergraduate prerequisites before becoming fully matriculated in the M.S. Biotechnology Science program.
- TOEFL examination for international applicants.
Degree Requirements
Degree Concentration Tracks
Select One Track; Advanced Biotechnology & Drug Discovery, Analytical Chemistry & Instrumental Analysis, Bioinformatics, or Life Sciences Business Management.
Advanced Biotechnology and Drug Discovery Track 15
STME 5625: May not be taken if completed CHEM 4190 or STME 5625 towards B.S. Sci/Tech degree. A different elective should be taken.
Track Electives
Choose 2 from list below:
| STME 5120 | INTRODUCTION TO BIOINFORMATICS | 3 |
| STME 5170 | ADVANCED MOLECULAR AND CELLULAR TECHNIQUES | 3 |
| STME 5260 | ADVANCED SYSTEMS BIOLOGY | 3 |
| STME 5310 | MOLECULAR BIOLOGY OF CANCER | 3 |
| STME 5600 | MOLECULAR PHARMACOLOGY | 3 |
| STME 5615 | CHEMICAL INSTRUMENTATION & ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES | 3 |
| STME 5650 | TRANSLATIONAL SCIENCE AND MEDICINE | 3 |
| STME 5810 | MASS SPECTOMETRY AND DRUG DISCOVERY | 3 |
| STME 5830 | PHARMACEUTICAL INNOVATION AND DRUG DEVELOPMENT | 3 |
STME*5625: May not be taken if completed CHEM*4190 or STME*5625 towards B.S. Sci/Tech degree. A different elective should be taken.
Analytical Chemistry and Instrumental Analysis Track 15
STME 5625: May not be taken if completed CHEM 4190 or STME 5625 towards B.S. Sci/Tech degree. A different elective should be taken.
Track Electives
Choose 2 from list below:
Bioinformatics Track 15
Track Electives
Choose 2 from list below:
CPS 5440: May not be taken if completed CPS 3440 (Analysis of Algorithms) towards B.S. Sci/Tech degree. A different elective should be taken.
Life Sciences Business Management Track 15
Track Electives
Choose 2 from list below:
Required Coursework 19
STME 5411/STME 5413 & STME 5555: Students must complete 6 total credits of research towards a master's thesis. STME 5411 and STME 5413 or STME 5413 and STME 5411 should be taken in sequence (3 credit during the first semester and 2 during the second, or vice versa) Plus 1 credit thesis course during the last semester for preparation of the thesis and defense. Credit will not be issued for STME 5555 until the written thesis has been submitted and defended.
Total Credit Hours: 34