Graduate Degrees in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | Department of Biological Sciences

Graduate Degrees in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, MS

Option I: Master of Science with a major in biochemistry and molecular biology is a research program of 30 hours of graduate credit at the 5000 and 6000 course level beyond the bachelor's degree, including 6 hours of thesis.

Option II: Master of Science, Professional Science Master's (PSM) with a major in biochemistry and molecular biology is a non-thesis degree that allows students to pursue advanced training in science while simultaneously developing workplace skills highly valued by employers. The PSM degree prepare students for science and technology careers in industry and government. The PSM degree option requires 36 hours of graduate credit at the 5000 and 6000 course level beyond the bachelor's degree, including a 4 to 6 hour internship.

Learn more about UNT's Professional Science Master's (PSM) degree programs.

THECB Marketable Skills

1. Explain complex ideas and concepts

2. Adapt protocols to new applications

3. Data retention and retrieval

4. Basic experimental design

5. Laboratory health and safety experience

Learn more about specific degree requirements for the MS in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology in the graduate catalog.

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, PhD

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) with a major in biochemistry and molecular biology is a research program of 72 hours of graduate credit at the 5000 and 6000 levels beyond the bachelor's degree or 42 Hours beyond the master's degree, including a 12-hour dissertation. The biochemistry and molecular biology (BMB) program is designed to provide a broad, graduate-level foundation in the disciplines of biochemistry, molecular genetics, cell biology and BMB tools, followed by advanced study and research to foster professional specialization.

Learn more about specific degree requirements for the PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology in the graduate catalog.

THECB Marketable Skills

1. Professional communication in biochemistry environments

2. Perform basic and applied research

3. Advanced research methodologies

4. Data projections/predictions

5. Serve as principle research investigator

Learn more about departmental course reccomendations for the PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.

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