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Master's Degree Life Sciences Full Time

Master of Science in Biological Sciences

at Louisiana State University - Shreveport · United States

Duration

1–2 years for non-thesis students; 2–3 years for thesis stud

Intake

Mode

Full Time

About this program

The Master of Science in Biological Sciences at Louisiana State University - Shreveport includes a choice of a thesis option or a non-thesis option. Courses cover cellular and molecular biology, field, organismal and environmental science, and the health sciences, with concentrations aligned to these areas.

The program is available in-person. Program length is 1–2 years for non-thesis students and 2–3 years for thesis students. It uses research and experiential learning, including a research collaboration with LSU Health Sciences Center in Shreveport, a medical seminar course, and research links such as the LSU Red River Agricultural Research Station and other internship/employment connections.

Entry requirements

Applicants must meet the general University requirements for admission to graduate studies. GRE test scores and letters of recommendation are not required for acceptance. A thesis track personal statement is required for consideration.

Career outcomes

  • Medicine
  • Research
  • Academics
  • Industry
  • Health and biomedical professional school programs

How this course compares

  • Louisiana State University - Shreveport is #435 in the United States on research impact (542,282 citations).
  • It lists 2 Life Sciences courses in total, 1 of them at master's level.
  • 104 universities in the United States teach master's Life Sciences; the best ranked of the others are listed below.
  • Most master's Life Sciences courses in the United States take 1–2 years; this one takes 1–2 years for non-thesis students; 2–3 years for thesis stud.
  • Louisiana State University - Shreveport has 8 scholarships listed on Educads.

Frequently asked questions

Which other universities in the United States offer master's Life Sciences?

University of Notre Dame (QS #294), University of Alaska - Fairbanks (QS #467), University of South Carolina (QS #575), University of Vermont (#212 in United States), Augusta University (#227 in United States), Wright State University (#312 in United States), Nova Southeastern University (#366 in United States), Smith College (#472 in United States) are among the 104 that do.

How long is the Master of Science in Biological Sciences at Louisiana State University - Shreveport?

It takes 1–2 years for non-thesis students; 2–3 years for thesis stud, studied Full Time.

Are there scholarships at Louisiana State University - Shreveport?

Yes — 8 are listed on the university's Educads page, with eligibility and deadlines.

Is Louisiana State University - Shreveport a good university for Life Sciences?

Louisiana State University - Shreveport is #435 in the United States on research impact (542,282 citations).

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