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BIOL 6690 Introduction to Graduate Studies: 1 semester hour.
An advanced level graduate course for all first year graduate students. This course will introduce students to policies and procedures used by the department. Students will begin developing the structure of their graduate research project.
Doctor of Philosophy in Biology
Graduate
https://coursecat.isu.edu/graduate/scienceengineering/biologicalsciences/phdbiology/
The Ph.D. program in Biology is designed to prepare graduates for careers in the biological sciences, working in academia, industry, and government research labs.
Master of Science in Biology
Graduate
https://coursecat.isu.edu/graduate/scienceengineering/biologicalsciences/msbiology/
The Master of Science (M.S.) in Biology degree is designed to enable students to develop an advanced understanding of the biological sciences and the capability to teach or conduct biological research. Programs are flexible and can be tailored to satisfy the professional and goals of each student, preparing students for careers in industry or for advanced study in the life and health sciences.
Doctor of Arts (D.A.) in Biology
Graduate
https://coursecat.isu.edu/graduate/scienceengineering/biologicalsciences/dabiology/
The Doctor of Arts degree in Biological Sciences is granted for proven ability and scholarly attainment in biological science instruction. The program stresses preparation for undergraduate teaching at colleges and universities and the development of research abilities that complement instruction at the college level. The program is concerned with the development of the candidate as a biologist, a scholar, and a professional educator. The program is designed to provide the student with a broad background in the biological sciences, the ability to conduct and interpret research, and excellent pedagogical skills. All D.A. students are eligible for D.A. Fellowship support, which includes full tuition, benefits, and a stipend (contact the biology graduate programs director for details). All D.A. students must demonstrate:
Doctor of Philosophy in Microbiology
Graduate
https://coursecat.isu.edu/graduate/scienceengineering/biologicalsciences/phdmicrobiology/
The Ph.D. in Microbiology is granted for proven ability, independent investigation, and scholarly attainment in a special field. The Ph.D. degree is a research-based academic degree that enhances transferable skills, such as critical reasoning, problem-solving, and in-depth analysis. Recipients may become professors in academia or gain positions in public health agencies and private industry (medical, food and beverage processing, biopharmaceutical, etc.). Other employment areas include biotechnology, patent law, or scientific publishing.
Master of Science in Microbiology
Graduate
https://coursecat.isu.edu/graduate/scienceengineering/biologicalsciences/msmicrobiology/
The M.S. in Microbiology program aims to provide students an advanced understanding in microbiology, to promote technical competence in the fundamentals of research, and to foster creative and independent thinking. This degree prepares students to enter into advanced degree programs in Microbiology or other health-related fields or to compete successfully for employment in academia, industry, or government.