About the course
Molecular biology is the basic science that seeks an understanding of biological processes in terms of the properties and functions of the molecules that make up living cells. The scope of questions addressed in molecular biology ranges from evolution to development to the regulation of gene expression. A career in molecular biology requires a strong background in biology as well as a solid foundation in chemistry, mathematics, and physics. The molecular biology major has been designed primarily for three groups of students: those who plan to enter a research career in molecular biology or related areas such as biochemistry, genetics, oncology, microbiology, cell biology or developmental biology, pre-professional students who plan to enter either a research or clinical career in medicine, or allied health fields and students who plan to teach biology at the college or secondary-school levels. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships
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Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: US$157,416
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Entry requirements for University of Wisconsin - Madison
Freshmen applicants are required to submit academic records for the equivalent of US grades 9–12, as well as any external examination results. Accepted students must complete their studies and earn their respective credentials (certificates, diplomas, etc.) before enrolling. Generally, admitted students have an Internet-based TOEFL score in the 95–105 range (587–620 on the paper-based test) or an IELTS score of 6.5–7.5. TOEFL must be submitted electronically from the testing service. We do not accept the IELTS electronically. Please have a paper copy of your results sent directly from the testing agency to our office through the mail. Be sure to give additional time for this process.
English language requirements
6.5
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TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0
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