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Nov 23, 2024
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2022-2023 Florida Tech Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Cell and Molecular Biology, M.S.
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 Return to: College of Engineering and Science
| Major Code: 8281 |
Degree Awarded: Master of Science |
| Delivery Mode(s): Classroom |
Admission Status: Graduate |
| Admission Materials: letters of recommendation, GRE, résumé/CV, objectives, transcripts |
Location(s): Main Campus - Melbourne |
The Master of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology prepares the student either for a professional career or for further graduate study. This goal is achieved through a balance of coursework and research activities.
Admission Requirements
General admission requirements and the process for applying are presented under Graduate Academic Information . For this program, GRE scores, two letters of recommendation, résumé/CV and a statement of objectives are required. Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact faculty in the department to identify a prospective advisor.
Degree Requirements
The master of science degree requires the successful completion of 30 credit hours, including formal coursework, presentation of a graduate thesis seminar, and preparation and oral defense of a thesis. The thesis involves the completion of original research of publishable quality.
The student’s thesis research and program of study reflect the emphasis of the area chosen. All thesis research is conducted under the direction of an advisor and an advisory committee. The advisory committee is composed of at least three members: two from the department (including the advisor) and one from another academic unit.
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Curriculum
The advisor assists the student in devising a program of study. The latter requires approval by the Graduate Academic Steering Panel and the department head. The student must complete courses appropriate for the option. These can be chosen from the offerings of any academic unit in the College of Engineering and Science, and College of Psychology and Liberal Arts. Students may register for no more than three credit hours of thesis each semester. Each student must present a departmental thesis seminar before graduation.
Summary of Program Requirements
- Formal Coursework Credit Hours: 18-24
- Biological Research Credit Hours: 0-6
- Thesis Credit Hours: 6
Total Credits Required: 30
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