The Master of Science in Biology at Texas A&M Corpus Christi University is designed for graduate students seeking to become knowledgeable leaders and professionals with an in-depth education and specialized skills in the field of biology. This program promotes competency in the application of scientific methods of investigation to studies in biology, with an emphasis on urban and coastal issues. You will develop a sense of creative independence that will allow you to practice in and contribute to a variety of professions and fields of scholarship, building a strong foundation in research and advanced biological concepts.
This postgraduate degree is studied full-time on campus over two years, offering a curriculum that includes core courses in graduate defense seminars and statistical methods in research. You will choose between a professional (non-thesis) plan, involving directed research and advanced electives, or a thesis plan, which includes thesis proposal, research, and submission alongside electives. You will graduate with the expertise to pursue careers in research, environmental science, urban ecology, and further doctoral studies.