- Master of Science in Biotechnology at New York University is offered as a 2-years teaching program.
- This program has a co-op work option.
- In order to be eligible to participate in a full-time Co-op Work Term, students must meet the GPA requirements.
- The program also includes Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering courses, both with labs.
- Students can further enhance their research and analytical skills by registering for a Guided Study course. Taking two such courses will enable students to complete a body of research work equivalent to a master's thesis (optional).
- Students can also take a business- or management-related course from Biotechnology and Entrepreneurship M.S.
- The 30-credit curriculum of the Biotechnology, MS program consists of 3 parts:
- 5 required courses in biotechnology, protein and tissue engineering, enzyme catalysis, and biosensors (15 credits)
- 3 elective courses in biotechnology and related fields (9 credits)
- 2 more elective courses or Guided Studies in Biotechnology, involving laboratory or literature work (6 credits)
- To meet graduation requirements, students must attain an overall GPA of 3.0 (average of a B) in all their courses.