Degree Requirements
Biology MS Degree
The program leading to the master of science degree provides a broad and unified approach to the life sciences, as well as specialization; as evidenced by the conduct of significant, original research and in the selection of courses related to the area of research interests.
Required Cognates
| Genetics and Speciation |
4
|
| Philosophy of Science and Origins |
4
|
| Seminar in Biology (1 unit each quarter in residence) |
3+
|
| Research and Experimental Design |
2
|
| Proposal Writing and Grantsmanship |
2
|
| One course in Biological Systems |
3-4
|
| One course in Ecology |
3-4
|
| One course in Organismal Biology |
3-4
|
| Thesis Research |
4
|
| Religion |
3
|
(31+ units)
|
MS Degree
|
48 quarter units
|
Biology PhD Degree
The program leading to the doctor of philosophy degree provides opportunities for study in various areas, from molecular biology to natural history for the student seeking preparation for teaching or research in modern biology.
Required Cognates
| Genetics and Speciation |
4
|
| Philosophy of Science and Origins |
4
|
| Seminar in Biology (1 unit each quarter in residence) |
4
|
| Research and Experimental Design |
2
|
| Proposal Writing and Grantsmanship |
2
|
| Two courses in Biological Systems |
6-8
|
| Two courses in Ecology |
6-8
|
| Two courses in Organismal Biology |
6-8
|
| Graduate Statistics |
4
|
| Dissertation Research |
4
|
| Religion |
9
|
(51+ units)
|
PhD Degree
|
72 quarter units beyond MS
|
The lists above are summaries of requirements for EBS Biology MS and PhD graduate students. For a complete description of courses offered for Graduate Biology degrees, students are encouraged to consult the current LLU Catalog.