Master of Biology

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Earn your Master of Biology degree online.

This program is designed for:

• biologists in government, medicine, research, or industry seeking career advancement,
• recent science graduates looking to gain a competitive edge in the job market,
• mid-career professionals crossing over to a technical field,
• science teachers seeking career growth,
• persons re-entering the workforce looking to refine professional and technical skills.

The IIT Master of Biology program combines technical depth with the interdisciplinary viewpoints of patent law, project management, and communications. You have a choice of one of four areas of specialization: Cell and Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or Biotechnology with common courses in biochemistry, molecular biology, communication in the workplace, statistics and project management or intellectual property management.

Convenience

• To accommodate your schedule, courses are offered on the Internet.
• The entire program may be completed in two years of study, though you may choose to take longer to finish.
• No thesis required.
• Lectures may be viewed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Access to instructors via email and phone.
• Tuition deferment available.
• Students may start the program in August, January or June.

Benefits

• Broadened knowledge of modern biology.
• Management skills to communicate effectively and oversee projects.
• Credentials to advance your career.
• Contact with professional students across North America.

IIT is a Leader in Professional Science Master's Education (PSM)

• Online Master's of Biology PSM established 2003.
• Additional 3 online PSM programs available in Health Physics, Analytical Chemistry, and Materials and Chemical Synthesis.

Admissions
Program of Study
Program Administration

For more information see our Frequently asked Questions or contact:

Allison Spittle, Program Coordinator
Illinois Institute of Technology
Telephone: 312.567.7974
Facsimile: 312.567.3494
e-mail: spittlea@iit.edu

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Molecular Biochemistry and Biophysics Division, 3101 South Dearborn St., Chicago, IL 60616
Phone: 312.567.3480     FAX: 312.567.3494
Molecular Biochemistry and Biophysics Webmaster (segre@iit.edu)