University of Alabama - Huntsville

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.S.-Biological Sciences, Ph.D.-Biotechnology

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Biological Sciences Department at UAH has offered the Masters of Science degree for more than 20 years. Our graduates have successfully pursued careers in industry, research and education. The affiliation of the graduate program in Biological Sciences with Alabama A&M University furnishes an extensive graduate faculty for instruction and research opportunities.


The department provides an atmosphere and research facilities that are especially suitable for students pursuing an M.S. degree or the New Ph.D program in Biotechnology. Our faculty members have national and international recognition and a strong commitment to research. Our faculty members understand and work with graduate students in designing their research projects and course work for M.S. or the Ph,D degrees. Students in the program study under the guidance of a faculty advisor and an advisory committee. The department emphasizes research and course work in the following areas: cell biology, environmental biology, genetics and molecular biology, microbiology and physiology. More detailed information can be found in individual faculty pages.

Accreditation:

Accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Intensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Midsize City

Size & Settings: 5,000 - 9,999