Master of Science (M.S.) in Biology

Virginia Commonwealth University

The graduate program in biology prepares graduate students to: Acquire training in a chosen subdiscipline of biology Learn research techniques used in the subdiscipline Develop presentation skills Develop publication skills Student learning outcomes Upon completion of the M.S. in Biology, students will: Demonstrate a broad knowledge of the principles of biology Develop the quantitative and critical thinking skills needed to successfully perform research in the discipline Demonstrate effective written and oral communication of biological concepts and research Demonstrate appropriate expertise of the most recent research advances of a biology subdiscipline

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