$17,900 /Yr
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full_time
Master of Science [M.S] Applied Biosciences - Medical Microbiology & Immunology
- MS in Applied Biosciences - Medical Microbiology & Immunology at the University of Arizona is offered as a 2-year program.
- It is an on-campus program available on a full-time basis and offered at the University of Arizona's main campus in Tucson.
- It is a 36 unit master's degree program offering a variety of electives.
- The primary objective of the Medical Microbiology and Immunology (MMI) track, one of six sub-plans of the Applied Biosciences GIDP, is to instruct and prepare students for an occupation in the diverse field of biomedical sciences.
- The focus of the MMI track is training students to attain a graduate-level biomedical education with an emphasis on medical microbiology, immunology, and virology.
- This program is unique in incorporating the MMI-biomedical science training along with the linking and integration of important knowledge from the disciplines of management, business, and law.
- All students in this program are required to complete an internship, in our case, in the area of MMI. Students do internships with biotechnology companies based in the Tucson-Phoenix corridor, or in academic research laboratories, and obtain invaluable on-the-job training, experience, and knowledge.
- This innovative curriculum will give students the ability to take various career paths upon graduation.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $16700 | $16700 |
| Books and supply | $1200 | $1200 |
| Total Fees | $17900 | $17900 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 79 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 7.0 | 9 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 60 | 90 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must hold a bachelor’s degree with a major in an area of biosciences from an accredited college or university recognized by the University of Arizona.
- A grade point average of 3.0 or higher is required.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/PTE or any equivalent test to get admission to this program.