The M.A. in molecular and cellular biology program is designed for students who seek additional training in the biological sciences as a prerequisite to further study in professional schools or for individuals seeking additional training for secondary education.
To obtain the M.A. degree, candidates must complete 30 credit hours in biological science with at least 12 credit hours from 6000-level courses. A three-term-hour research project is required of all students. At least one year must be spent as a full-time student at SMU.
Upon consultation with the director of graduate studies, other graduate biology courses can be substituted with approval.
Four or more courses chosen from the following list; other courses may be taken upon approval of the director of graduate studies:
Students complete two terms of this course:
Students complete two terms of this course:
In addition to core courses and electives, students enroll in at least one of the following research courses to complete their research requirement: