Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, MS

Program Coordinator: Xiaoping Pan (N-108E Howell Science Complex; 252-328-5443; panx@ecu.edu)

Applicants must complete courses or demonstrate competency in genetics, microbiology, and basic molecular technology. The degree requires 30 s.h. of credit as follows:

1. Required courses - 12 s.h.:

2. A minimum of 14 s.h. must be taken from the following:

(including two of the ** courses)

3. Electives:

A maximum of 4 s.h. may be designated at the candidate’s option as elective hours with the approval of the graduate director and the candidate’s advisor, to complete graduation requirements of 30 s.h. for this degree.

Note:

*BIOL 7000 may be repeated for registration status, but only 6 s.h. may count toward graduation.

Internship Option:

Qualified students will be encouraged to spend from six months to one year in an internship at an industrial or governmental research laboratory. From 2-5 s.h. of internship credit can be applied toward the degree.