Master of Science in Biotechnology

Master of Science in Biotechnology is a Masters program taught at Alcorn State University, USA. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.

The Master of Science in Biotechnology at Alcorn State University prepares students for advanced study in biotechnology focused on agriculture. Students learn to address major problems affecting growers of horticultural crops, crop production, and research techniques. Learning outcomes include analyzing and solving major problems, interpreting research results, and preparing research reports.

The curriculum requires 33 credit hours of coursework plus a thesis for degree completion, with an oral defense required for progression. The plan includes 21 hours of required core credits and 12 hours of electives. The thesis is an exit requirement, based on independent research guided by graduate faculty.

Modules

• AG 610 Thesis I
• AG 611 Thesis II
• AG 612 Thesis III
• BT 544 Advanced Plant Breeding
• PS 535 Advanced Soil Classification
• PS 559 Advanced Soil Fertility
• PS 590 Advanced Research Techniques
• PS 595 Experimental Designs
• AN 500 Administration of Agriculture Education
• AN 510 Agricultural Education Media
• BT 570A Biotechnology Techniques
• BT 570B Biotechnology Techniques

The minimum requirements for admission in Master of Science in Biotechnology at Alcorn State University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Alcorn State University.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Alcorn State University as pre-requiste for admission in Master of Science in Biotechnology.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Students applying for entrance to the Master of Science in Biotechnology are required to submit an application for admission. Apply Online (www.alcorn.edu/academics/graduate-studies).

• Two letters of recommendation
• Official transcript from an accredited school. If a student has attended more than one school, transcripts must be submitted from all schools attended. At least one transcript must document that the student has a bachelor’s degree.
• Immunization Record
• Official transcripts from the sending school, and Credential Evaluations (International students) from an approved Credential Evaluation Service.

Please check detail of study units at https://www.alcorn.edu/academics/graduate-studies/program-descriptions/program-description-master-of-science-in-biotechnology

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