Reno,
NV,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Biology (Non-Thesis) in Reno United States | University of Nevada, Reno
University of Nevada, Reno
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Reno United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
16,956
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Biology Department provides two distinct Master's Degree pathways. Plan A (thesis track) focuses on original research culminating in a thesis, designed for students aiming for doctoral studies or research-oriented careers. Plan B (non-thesis track) serves as a final degree for those pursuing careers in government, corporate sectors, teaching, or related fields.
PROGRAM GOALS/LEARNING ACHIEVEMENTS
Graduates of the Biology Master's program will:
perform thorough scientific investigations that advance knowledge, create well-structured written reports of their findings, finish the program within an appropriate timeframe, participate in academic conferences as both attendees and presenters,
develop manuscripts for journal submission, draft research funding applications, guide undergraduate students in their academic development.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The Department of Biology offers two master's degree programs, Plan A (research thesis program) and Plan B (non-thesis program). The academic requirements for admission are the same for both programs. To compete successfully for admission, applicants should have:
Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.00
combined verbal and quantitative GRE score of 1100 or greater, with a minimum of 400 in each test, an advanced test is recommended
course work in physical sciences (3 credits), mathematics (6 credits), biology (18 credits), and chemistry (6 credits), or equivalent
for international students, a minimum TOEFL score of 600 (paper exam) or 250 (computer exam)
Before admission into the Plan A (thesis) master's degree program, a full-time faculty member of the Department of Biology, must be identified and agree to serve as Faculty Advisor. Potential advisors can be identified by reviewing faculty research interests or the Peterson Guide. If a mutually satisfactory match of student and faculty interests and field of study cannot be obtained, admission into the research thesis program (Plan A) cannot be granted. Alternatively, the student may apply to the Plan B (non-thesis) master's program, or undertake advanced studies as a Graduate Special student. Students accepted into the Plan B master's program will be advised by the Special Programs Committee during the first semester of study until an Advisory Committee is established.
TOEFL: 550 (paper) or 79 (internet)
IELTS: 6.5 (academic version)
Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.00
combined verbal and quantitative GRE score of 1100 or greater, with a minimum of 400 in each test, an advanced test is recommended
course work in physical sciences (3 credits), mathematics (6 credits), biology (18 credits), and chemistry (6 credits), or equivalent
for international students, a minimum TOEFL score of 600 (paper exam) or 250 (computer exam)
Before admission into the Plan A (thesis) master's degree program, a full-time faculty member of the Department of Biology, must be identified and agree to serve as Faculty Advisor. Potential advisors can be identified by reviewing faculty research interests or the Peterson Guide. If a mutually satisfactory match of student and faculty interests and field of study cannot be obtained, admission into the research thesis program (Plan A) cannot be granted. Alternatively, the student may apply to the Plan B (non-thesis) master's program, or undertake advanced studies as a Graduate Special student. Students accepted into the Plan B master's program will be advised by the Special Programs Committee during the first semester of study until an Advisory Committee is established.
TOEFL: 550 (paper) or 79 (internet)
IELTS: 6.5 (academic version)
Tuition
USD
16,956