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A limited number of students are accepted to purse Master of Science degrees in Biochemistry. Typically, no financial support is provided for pursuit of these degrees. Please contact the Graduate Coordinator if you plan to apply for these programs.
The MS degree is a research degree requiring a written thesis. All students must pass a final oral examination.
A limited number of students are accepted to purse Master of Science degrees in Biochemistry. Typically, no financial support is provided for pursuit of these degrees. Please contact the Graduate Coordinator if you plan to apply for these programs.
The MS degree is a research degree requiring a written thesis. All students must pass a final oral examination.
College of Science
University of Arizona - Main - Tucson
Three letters of recommendation. One of the letters must come from your research advisor. These letters should be submitted by your referees using the online system.
2. Transcripts from all colleges and universities you have attended or are currently attending. Transcripts should be uploaded in your online application.
3. A brief Statement of Purpose, describing your past research experiences, goals, teaching experience and why you want to attend The University of Arizona.
4. TOEFL or IELTS scores.
Please self-report your total internet-based TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score and upload a copy of your score report. English proficiency is one of the conditions for admission for all applicants whose native language is not English. A minimum aggregate TOEFL score of 80, with a score of at least 24 on the speak portion is required for admission. An IELTS (International English Language Testing System) composite score of 7 (no subject area below a 6) is also acceptable.
Minimum TOEFL: 80, speak portion 24
Minimum IELTS: 7, no subject area below a 6
Typically, no financial support is provided for pursuit of a Masters of Science Degree
Please contact the Graduate Advisor if you plan to apply for this program.
International applicants will not be considered for conditional admission by this program.
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BIOC 565 Protein & Enzymes, 3 units
BIOC 568, Nucleic Acids, Metab & Signal, 4 Units
BIOC 595b Journal Club, 4 units maximum
CHEM 595a/b Professional Development, 2 units
BIOC 792 Rotation, 6 units
BIOC 910 Thesis, 1 unit
BIOC 900 Research, 1 – 5 units per semester
Research Directors discretion
Research Directors discretion
Please refer to the Graduate Student Handbook for students who are pursuing this program of study.