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Led by distinguished faculty from the University of Texas at Dallas, the Master of Science in Biotechnology program equips students for success in biotechnology and biomedical fields while enabling professionals to acquire advanced competencies and expand their career prospects. This flexible master's program accommodates diverse academic backgrounds, offering foundational courses, specialized electives, and customizable pathways to align with individual goals and professional ambitions. Developed by the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, the curriculum fosters interdisciplinary learning, empowering students to gain expertise in areas including:
Molecular and Cell Biology
Chemistry
Research
Engineering and Computer Science
Health Care
Management and Business Administration
Science Education
Degree requirements: The program is open to all students who hold a bachelor's degree, although those with laboratory science, mathematics, computer science, or engineering degrees are particularly encouraged to apply. In general, students will not be admitted to the MS in Biotechnology program if they require more than two courses in order to be ready to take the core courses.
A minimum GRE score of 295 (verbal plus quantitative) with a minimum of 147 for the verbal component is required.
English proficiency requirements
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT (Internet-based test) Minimum score: 80
TOEFL PBT (paper-based test) Minimum score: 550
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Minimum score: 6.5
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) Minimum score: 67
Completion of Level 112 at an ELS Language Center
Duolingo English Test Minimum score: 105
Application Deadline: Fall term - January 15 (Early), May 1 (Regular).