About the course

The Department of Molecular and Biomedical Sciences offers programs in graduate studies leading to a master?s or Ph.D. in Microbiology. The thesis program (MS) or non-thesis option (MPS) is designed for professionals who wish to upgrade their knowledge or skills. Prerequisites for admission include a bachelor?s degree in microbiology or other biological science with undergraduate work in organic chemistry, biochemistry, mathematics, and physics. The curriculum plan is variable and will take into account each student?s goals for graduate study and the content of his or her previous preparation. The master?s program generally requires two to three years for completion, while the time for completion for a doctorate is typically four to six years. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Orono
Fall (August), 2024	Orono
Spring (January), 2025	Orono
Fall (August), 2025	Orono
Spring (January), 2026	Orono

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Maine

Prerequisites for admission include a bachelor’s degree in microbiology or other biological science with undergraduate work in organic chemistry, biochemistry, mathematics, and physics.

　　Official transcript of all previous college or university work

　　TOEFL iBT - 80, IELTS - 6.5

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　The next application deadline is 01 November 2023

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Maine. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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