紐約市立大學(xué)施塔騰島學(xué)院

The Master of Science degree program in Biology is designed to provide research training and experience in the discipline of biology and allow students to specialize in such areas as molecular/cellular experimentation and evolution, ecology, and behavior. The program is an appropriate foundation for students whose current goal is a terminal master’s degree as a credential for laboratory or field research and for students who intend to continue to study toward a doctorate program.

The program prepares students for careers in the expanding fields of molecular biology, genetic engineering, conservation biology, and biotechnology. Graduates of the program will be prepared to conduct research, to evaluate the research of others, and to write and speak effectively in scientific fields. The program opens the door to careers clinical and research laboratories, industry, teaching, science writing, and in governmental agencies in the fields of health, environment, and parks.

General Biology Track

The Master of Science in Biology General Track requires 30 credits to complete the degree. All students are required to complete the following courses (9 Credits):

? Scientific Communication I (3 Credits)

? Statistical Analysis (3 Credits)

? The Biosphere and Our Species (3 Credits)

Biotechnology Track

All students are required to complete the following courses (30 credits):

? Scientific Communications

? Cellular Toxicology

? Introduction to Biotechnology

? Molecular Genetics

? Advanced Microscopy

? Thesis Research

? Molecular Biology and Biotechnology Laboratory

? Independent Study

Biology – Education Track

Students with initial certification in Adolescence Education (Biology) wishing to obtain professional certification in Biology will complete a program of 33 graduate credits. Students in the program enroll in The Biosphere and Our Species (3 Credits) and a Thesis Research course (6 Credits) with others in their cohort. In addition to these courses, they are required to take Advanced Studies in Teaching Secondary School Science (3 Credits). Students who choose this program of study will complete a thesis with guidance from faculty of the Departments of Biology and Education.