Master's Degree in Biology
Conduct cutting-edge biology research and prepare for a dynamic career in academics, government, industry, and beyond.
UND's master's combines biological sciences with a focus on conservation biology, wildlife biology, molecular biology, and developmental biology. You’ll conduct biology research at a high level and master the technical skills you need.
- Program type:
- Master's Degree
- Format:
- On Campus
- Est. time to complete:
- 2-3 years
- Credit hours:
- 30
Why earn a master's degree in biology?
UND's Master's Degree in Biology
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Our facilities and research areas include greenhouses, vertebrate and invertebrate museums, tissue culture facilities, and molecular biology labs.
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You'll receive individualized mentoring from faculty who are engaged in both research and teaching.
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UND is an excellent area for studying northern prairie and pothole regions. You'll have access to four field stations that include wetlands, prairies, riparian woodlands, streams and agricultural areas.
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You'll learn in a collaborative environment that includes integrative approaches to biology, using tools that range from computational to molecular to GIS.
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Join organizations such a the Wildlife Society and North American Vascular Biology Association (NAVBO).
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Biology master's students have landed immersive internships with Accelerate to Industry (A2i) partners.
What can I do with a master's degree in biology?
Master's Degree in Biology Courses
Leaders in Biology
In our collaborative environment, you'll work closely with expert faculty on high-level research in state-of-the-art facilities and in the field.