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MA/MS in Biology, General

Murray State University

Murray, Kentucky, United States

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MA/MS in Biology, General is a master's degree in Biological Sciences programme offered by Murray State University in Murray, United States. Teaching is in English.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Biological Sciences
Language: English

We have no tuition fees or an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked October 2026 · Source: murraystate.edu ·

Program details

Overview

Murray State's biology department offers a master's degree for students who want to teach, conduct research or continue to a doctoral program. Two options exist, and students pick the one that matches their plans. The thesis option is advised for anyone considering research or further graduate work. Each student finds a faculty member willing to mentor the project and later defends the thesis orally. The non-thesis option fits those headed toward teaching or industry and is overseen by the graduate studies coordinator. Both options include an introduction to graduate studies, a course on communicating science, seminar, and mostly graduate biology courses, plus courses from related fields. Students need competence in quantitative methods, shown through a statistics or bioinformatics course. A preliminary exam in the first semester checks understanding across biology. Tuition and funding pages are linked.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Not yet summarised here; see the official programme page.

About Murray State University

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Rural
Founded: 1922
Students: 6,688
Programs: 88
Location: Murray, Kentucky, United States
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Biology, General award?

Murray State University awards a Master's Degree in the field of Biological Sciences on completion of this programme.

What language is MA/MS in Biology, General taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

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