Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology [M.S.]
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
MSci
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of Science in Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology program prepares students for research and teaching careers in such fields as aquatic ecology, terrestrial ecology, evolutionary biology, behavioral ecology, and physiological ecology. It provides background for students entering doctoral programs in diverse areas of plant, animal, and microbial ecology. It also prepares research personnel for careers with government agencies or private companies concerned with the protection or management of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. The program stresses the development of research skills, taxonomic expertise, field and laboratory methods, and their application to both theoretical and applied ecology.
This is a designated STEM program (See OPT Extension ).
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
MSci
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of Science in Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology program prepares students for research and teaching careers in such fields as aquatic ecology, terrestrial ecology, evolutionary biology, behavioral ecology, and physiological ecology. It provides background for students entering doctoral programs in diverse areas of plant, animal, and microbial ecology. It also prepares research personnel for careers with government agencies or private companies concerned with the protection or management of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. The program stresses the development of research skills, taxonomic expertise, field and laboratory methods, and their application to both theoretical and applied ecology.
This is a designated STEM program (See OPT Extension ).
Admission Requirements
Applicants must also meet the following program requirements. Requirements may be more stringent than the minimum graduate school requirements.
- At least 20 hours in biology, with a course in genetics and a course in ecology
- One year of general chemistry
- One semester of calculus or statistics
- An academic record of B (3.0) or better during the junior and senior years
- Two letters of recommendation
- Submit a personal statement introducing the applicant and reasons for applying to the program.
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