M.S. Programs

Graduate Student Handbook

The Masters degree is usually obtained through a coursework program designed for either part- or full-time students. Students enrolled in the Masters degree program have five options for their course of study. These options are:
  1. M.S. in Biology, a program providing a broad base in the principles of modern biology, which frequently includes advanced coursework in cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, microbiology, physiology, neurobiology, immunology, genetics and organismal biology; The M.S. in General Biology may be combined with an Advanced Certificate in Museum Studies for those interested in pursing a museum career.

    Areas of Specialized Study:
    • Computers in Biological Research, which provides students with a firm understanding of the application of computer technology to both theoretical and practical aspects of the study of biology.
    • Recombinant DNA Technology, a specialization designed to give the student a thorough training in molecular biology, including both design of molecular biological approaches to problems in the broad range of biology as well as hands-on training in molecular biological laboratory techniques.
    • Oral Biology is offered through the Graduate School of Arts & Science Department of Biology in collaboration with the NYU College of Dentistry. The goal of the specialization includes advancing the knowledge base in oral biology in order to provide 1) pre-dental applicants with an opportunity to strengthen their bio-science education, thereby increasing their competitiveness for admission to dental school, and 2) US and international dentists with graduate-level training and experience in research methodology and technology to better qualify them for careers in academic dentistry and/or healthcare-related industry activities; and enabling practicing dentists to improve the quality of care they offer by increasing their understanding of basic biological principles in a field applicable to dentistry.

  2. M.S. in Biomedical Journalism, an interdepartmental collaborative course of study combining modern aspects of biological sciences with training in journalistic and communication skills (granting of degrees subject to final approval).
  3. Dual Degree in Biology and MBA offered in conjunction with NYU's Stern School of Business.