Biology, Master
Master
In Harvard (USA)
Description
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Master
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Location
Harvard (USA)
About
Key learning outcomes
Through the master’s degree in the field of Biology at Harvard University, you:
Enhance your understanding of the biological sciences, including molecular biology, genetics, genomics, cell biology, physiology, neurobiology and behavior, evolution, and ecology.
Build a foundation in scientific practice, including experimental or case study design and implementation, scientific data collection and analysis, and ethical practices.
Develop advanced professional communication skills, with an emphasis on sharing scientific results in written, oral, and graphical forms.
Program overview
The degree program includes 12 courses, with at least three taken on campus.
Get started. You begin by completing two stipulated degree courses as outlined on the degree requirements page. This is your opportunity to demonstrate your commitment and ability to perform well as a Harvard student.
Apply to the program. While completing your third degree course, you submit the admission application. We have application cycles in the fall, spring, and summer.
Continue your studies, online and on campus. As you progress through the program, you choose from courses offered on campus or online, year round in the fall, spring, or summer. To fully experience Harvard, you take at least three courses on campus.
Complete your thesis. Working with a thesis director, you conduct in-depth research on a topic relevant to your work experience or academic interests, producing publishable quality results. You’ll emerge with a solid understanding of how scientific research is executed and communicated.
Graduate with your Harvard degree. You participate in the annual Harvard Commencement, receiving your Harvard University degree: Master of Liberal Arts (ALM) in Extension Studies, field: Biology.
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English Language Requirements You only need to take one of these language tests: TOEFL iBT ® TOEFL®PBT IELTS Minimum required score: 0120 100 The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120. Read more about TOEFL iBT ® . Schedule TOEFL® Minimum required score: 310677 600 The TOEFL®PBT is administered in a paper format and measures your ability to use and understand English in a classroom...
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Subjects
- University
- Biology
Course programme
The Master of Liberal Arts, Biology degree field consists of 12 courses, three of which are required on campus.
12 Graduate Courses
The degree assumes an academic background in biology (e.g., Molecular and Cellular Biology and Organismic and Evolutionary Biology) and laboratory research experience.- Proseminar
- 5 biology courses
- 1 biology seminar
- 1 statistics course
- 1 elective
- Crafting the Thesis Proposal
- Master’s Thesis part one
- Master's Thesis part two
Biology, Master