• Master of Science in Biology at the Murray State University is a 1-year program.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
  • Students get thesis and non-thesis options in this program.
  • For the thesis options, students have to successfully complete 30 credits hours and for non-thesis options, students have to successfully complete 36 credits hours.
  • The mission of the Department of Biological Sciences is to prepare students for graduate or professional school, for employment as entry-level research and development scientists, and for teaching positions in the biological sciences.
  • The program delivers a comprehensive set of biology courses designed to generate versatile graduates who are problem solvers in the biomedical or ecological fields.
  • The program incorporates a diverse and meaningful set of laboratory experiences because laboratory experiences are essential to scientific development.