DeKalb,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Biological Sciences - Human Anatomical Sciences in Dekalb United States | Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University
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Dekalb United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,180
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
Pursuing a Master of Science in Biology with a focus on human anatomical sciences enhances your knowledge of human anatomy and physiology while equipping you with teaching skills for community colleges or research careers. This 30-credit-hour program offers two paths: a non-thesis track prepares graduates to teach anatomy and physiology at community colleges, while the thesis track focuses on research. The curriculum delivers comprehensive training in human anatomical sciences, including hands-on experience with human cadaver dissection.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The minimum requirement for admission to the master of science degree program is a baccalaureate degree with a major in an area of biological sciences or in a closely related field such as biochemistry or biophysics. The baccalaureate degree should have courses equivalent to those required for the B.S. degree at NIU, including organismal diversity, two semesters of principles of biology, and genetics, chemistry through one year of organic, one year of physics, and mathematics through introductory calculus. An applicant whose native language is not English must present an IELTS score of 6.5 or alternatively, a TOEFL score of at least 80 on the TOELF ibt. Normally, to be considered for admission, a non-U.S. citizen shall have completed a four-year undergraduate degree. A minimum 2.75 overall GPA on a 4.00 system or a 3.20 GPA with 15 or more semester hours of graduate work at an accredited institution.
Tuition
USD
18,180