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BIOL 622 Graduate Thesis

This course provides students with an extended and focused research experience under the supervision of faculty. This course is an appropriate choice for students who have discovered an interest in pursuing a career in scientific research and/or teaching, or prefer a traditional masters-level capstone experience. Students planning to earn a PSM certified degree should not take this course.

Special information

Prerequisites: Admission to the MS Biology graduate program Note: Graduate status required or Natural Science Department approval.
4 Graduate credits

Effective May 3, 2017 to present

Learning outcomes

General

  • Conduct a graduate level research project that will, in part or whole, be applicable for peer review in a scientific journal.
  • Analyze scientific data in a manner consistent with the standards of peer-reviewed science.
  • Communicate scientific results in a written format that is consistent with the standards of peer reviewed science.