The biology major student may designate general biology
as an emphasis, in which case graduate courses may be selected from
both biological areas (zoology and botany); and if students desire a
minor or minors, they may select courses from other departments. If
a graduate emphasis is chosen in zoology or botany, rather than in general
biology, a minor may be the remaining biological area.
The Biology Graduate program consists of the following
options:
Option I - Master of Science Degree with Thesis
The thesis program is available for those who plan to continue their
graduate work beyond the masters degree, or who plan to enter positions
involving research or scientific writing. Thesis research is offered
in the fields of interest indicated in the list of Graduate Faculty.
A comprehensive written examination will be given to the student during
their first year of graduate study.
A student interested in thesis research should contact, as soon as
possible, the faculty member with whom they wish to study.
Acceptance into the graduate program is no guarantee that a student
will be able to work with a particular faculty member. Students must
make arrangements with individual faculty with regard to gaining a research
topic and position in this faculty member's research program.
Option 2 - The Master of Science Degree Without
Thesis
The non-thesis program is available only for those who plan no further
work beyond the masters degree.
Option 3 - Minor or Electives in Biology
A minor in biology consists of nine or more semester hours chosen from
400- and 500-level courses, six of which should be at the 500-level.
Option 4 - Postgraduate Work in Biology
A student with a bachelor's or master's degree and with the proper course
prerequisite may take additional work in biology. The graduate adviser
will assist the student in choosing courses that will increase working
ability in biology. Postgraduate work is recommended for junior college
as well as other teachers.
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