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Department of Science and Technology Education

M.S. in Biotechnology Science

PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Dil Ramanathan, Ph.D.
908-737-3426
ramanatd@kean.edu

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Master of Science program in Biotechnology Science at Kean University is a 34 credit interdisciplinary program designed to prepare students for research in the expanding field of biotechnology through course work and laboratory experience.   Many students attend the program part-time while working in industry, as courses are scheduled in the evenings.  Graduates become proficient in state-of-the-art technologies and are prepared to seek employment/advancement in biotech/pharma or to continue their study toward the Ph.D. degree in other graduate programs in related fields.  

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Application deadline—May 1 (fall).  This program admits in the fall semester only. 

Students are eligible for consideration as non-matriculated students each semester.

In addition to the University’s admission requirements:

• A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 from all colleges attended.
• A minimum grade of 3.0 (B) in all science and math courses
• GRE (Graduate Record Exam)
• Three letters of recommendation from faculty or persons in a professionally related area.
• Departmental interview may be required.
• Undergrad Prerequisites:  Two years of college biology including either Cell Biology or Biochemistry or equivalent, two years of college chemistry, and one year of college mathematics.      
• Students holding degrees in disciplines other than biology or chemistry are encouraged to apply with the understanding they may be required to successfully complete the undergraduate prerequisites before becoming fully matriculated in the M.S. Biotechnology Science program.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

• 34credits
• Written research project paper
• Presentation of research in a public forum.

REQUIRED COURSES – 13 credits

OTHER REQUIRED COURSES (Complete Plan A or Plan B) – 6 credits

Plan A Internship/Externship

Plan B Practicum

ELECTIVE COURSES (15 credits chosen from the following)