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Computational Life Science Biology Master's
Program Overview
The Master of Science (M.S.) in Computational Life Science Biology is a research-based degree that provides students with a strong foundation in biology, computational methods, and professional community service. The program is designed to prepare students for careers in research, academia, and industry.
Program Details
- Program Type: Master of Science (M.S.)
- Major: Computational Life Science Biology
- Format: On Campus
- Estimated Time to Complete: 2-3 years
- Credit Hours: 30
Program Description
The biology program provides students with the option of selecting a research track leading to the Master of Science (MS) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) with a major in biology, or a non-research track leading to the Master of Arts (MA) with a major in biology. Students interested in obtaining both a master's degree and certification to teach life sciences at the secondary level may select the non-research Master of Science with a major in biology (Teaching in the Life Sciences). Students pursuing a research degree have the opportunity to conduct research leading to a thesis or dissertation in a variety of specializations, including:
- Aquatic biology
- Aquatic toxicology
- Cell and molecular biology
- Ecology
- Environmental science
- Forensic biology
- Genetics
- Neurobiology
- Physiology
- Plant sciences
Marketable Skills
- Critical evaluation of literature
- The ability to follow protocols and methodologies
- Collection and analysis of complex data
- Understanding of research regulations
- Working knowledge of biological sub-disciplines
Research Areas
The program offers opportunities to conduct research in various areas, including:
- Aquatic biology
- Aquatic toxicology
- Cell and molecular biology
- Ecology
- Environmental science
- Forensic biology
- Genetics
- Neurobiology
- Physiology
- Plant sciences
Faculty
The faculty members include internationally renowned researchers who have earned recognition from the National Science Foundation, the American Association for the Advancement of Science, and the American Society for Microbiology, among others.
Facilities
The program utilizes state-of-the-art facilities, including:
- The Life Sciences Complex, which has Gold-level Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification for sustainability
- The Center for Network Neuroscience
- The BioDiscovery Institute (BDI)
- The Center for Watershed and Reservoir Assessment and Management
- The Advanced Environmental Research Institute (AERI)
Courses
Some of the courses offered in the program include:
- Biocomputing (3 hrs)
- Biostatistics I (3 hrs)
- Biostatistics II (3 hrs)
- Computational Epidemiology (3 hrs)
- Advanced Genetics (3 hrs)
- Advanced Topics in Computational Life Science (3 hrs)
Support
Qualified students are supported through competitive teaching assistantships or research assistantships funded by research grants to faculty members.
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Degree Overview:
The Computational Life Science Biology Master's program at the University of North Texas is a research-focused program that provides students with a strong foundation in computational biology and bioinformatics. The program emphasizes hands-on research experience, strong professor-student mentoring, high-quality instruction, and professional community service. The program offers a research track leading to the Master of Science (MS) degree, and a non-research track leading to the Master of Arts (MA) degree. Students interested in teaching life sciences at the secondary level can pursue the non-research Master of Science with a major in biology (Teaching in the Life Sciences).
Teaching:
The program boasts a faculty of internationally renowned researchers recognized by organizations such as the National Science Foundation, the American Association for the Advancement of Science, and the American Society for Microbiology.
Careers:
The program prepares students for careers in research, academia, and industry. Graduates are equipped with marketable skills such as critical evaluation of literature, following protocols and methodologies, collecting and analyzing complex data, understanding research regulations, and working knowledge of biological sub-disciplines.
Other:
The program offers opportunities to conduct research in various areas, including:
- Aquatic biology
- Aquatic toxicology
- Cell and molecular biology
- Ecology
- Environmental science
- Forensic biology
- Genetics
- Neurobiology
- Physiology
- Plant sciences The program is housed in the Life Sciences Complex, which features an aquatics laboratory and four climate-controlled rooftop research greenhouses. The program also benefits from the resources of the Center for Network Neuroscience, the BioDiscovery Institute (BDI), the Center for Watershed and Reservoir Assessment and Management, and the Advanced Environmental Research Institute (AERI). Qualified students are supported through competitive teaching assistantships or research assistantships funded by research grants to faculty members.
