MS in Biology (MS Biology 3+2, MS Biology Traditional, MS Biology Zoo Science option)

Upon completion of the MS in Biology (MS Biology 3+2, MS Biology Traditional, MS Biology Zoo Science option), graduates will be able to:

• Demonstrate an in-depth mastery of field-specific advanced concepts in biologicalsciences and/or non-clinical biomedical sciences. [MSO1]
• Conduct research in a laboratory and/or field settings using appropriate basic equipment and discipline-specific techniques. [MSO2]
• Apply biometric principles to experimental design, and to the analysis and interpretation of data. [MSO3]
• Effectively communicate research and findings in a professional context (oral & written). [MSO4]
• Demonstrate independent scientific thinking. [MSO5]
• Design and implement an original research project. [MSO6]
• Effectively write papers suitable for publication and/or proposals suitable for funding. [MSO7]

MA in Biology (Traditional and Zoo Science option)

Upon completion of the MA in Biology (Traditional and Zoo Science option), graduates will be able to:

• Demonstrate an in-depth mastery from a range of fundamental biological concepts and subjects, including cell biology, molecular biology, genetics, evolution and ecology, and principles of conservation biology. [MAO1]
• Critically review and analyze primary literature. [MAO2]
• Effectively communicate scientific ideas in both written and oral formats. [MAO3]
• Demonstrate independent scientific thinking. [MAO4]